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Quinoa is a seed that is eaten as a whole grain. It has become increasingly popular because of its high nutritional profile and ease of use. It is considered a complete protein and is also gluten free. It has a low glycemic index, which makes it good for diabetic diets, and it’s high in iron and potassium and may help control blood pressure. Quinoa is grown in the Andes and is more expensive than other whole grains. By itself, quinoa is considered quite bland, but goes well with many types of cuisine. It is easy to add flavor to quinoa, which makes it an ideal whole-grain option for most meals.

How to Cook Quinoa

Quinoa is very easy to cook and cooks very quickly, making it a good option for busy people. It can be prepared in advance and frozen or refrigerated. To freeze or refrigerate cooked quinoa, double wrap the quinoa in plastic wrap tightly and then put it into your freezer or refrigerator. Allow it to thaw before using.

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    Rinse the quinoa well. Saponin, a soapy, bitter coating, occurs naturally on the outside of the seeds. This coating is a natural insect repellent, but it’s not toxic to humans. Most of the saponin can be removed with a cold water rinse, so a light wash is sufficient.
    • To rinse the quinoa, put your measured-out quinoa into a strainer. Make sure that the strainer has small holes so that you don’t let any of the grains down the drain.
    • Run cool tap water over the grains as you rub them gently between your fingers. As you rub, you will naturally remove the saponin. Continue cleaning the quinoa for a minute or two - the amount of time spent rinsing will depend on the quantity you’re preparing to cook. The more you plan to cook, the more time!
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    Use a rice cooker to make quinoa.
    • Add 2 cups of water and 1 cup rinsed quinoa into your rice cooker, put the lid on and start cooking. It takes 10 to 15 minutes to cook.
    • Once the rice cooker finishes, allow the quinoa to cool. Then, fluff the quinoa with a fork just like you would with rice or couscous.
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How to Make Vegetable LEGO Bricks: 7 Steps - wikiHow
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Do you have a hard time getting kids to eat their vegetables? Here is a great way to encourage them to enjoy doing what is good for them: transform their vegetables into neat little LEGO bricks!

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    Pick the right vegetables. Many vegetables are suitable, including carrots, potatoes, squash, and rutabagas. You could also use firm tofu and add a food color to the water, which the tofu will soak up. You can do this with the vegetables, too. Be bold!
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    Prepare your vegetables. Boil or steam the vegetables so they are soft but not mushy. Soak them for a couple minutes in salt water. This will make them a little firmer by drawing out some of the moisture.
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    Cut the vegetables into cube shapes. As with real LEGO pieces, you will need to decide what bricks you would like to make: a single stud square brick, the four stud square, or the six stud rectangle. ("Stud" refers to the little bumps on top of real LEGO bricks).
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    Poke a straw all the way through the vegetable. This will create a round hole and will push out the inside the vegetable brick. Be sure to match holes with the LEGO stud arrangement you're creating.
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    Using a toothpick, push the stud from the bottom of the vegetable brick until it sticks out of the top. This ensures that it looks like a LEGO brick, complete with studs!
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    Check the studs are evenly positioned across the top by looking at the brick sideways. If it's not, carefully press a stud back in, or poke one farther out.
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    Serve with a smile on a colorful plate. Your kids will be delighted!
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  • The time required for boiling vegetables is different for each type––use your own cooking knowledge to judge, or check in a vegetable cookbook.
  • You can also use other foods such as broccoli, sausage and cheese, Japanese omelets, fruits, and firm jellies or Jell-O.
  • If the straw is stuck when you insert it in the vegetable cube, cut off a small slit as shown in the photo and this should correct the problem.
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  • Vegetables you'd like your kids to eat and that can be cut into cubes or rectangles (carrots, sweet potatoes, potatoes, squash, turnips, rutabagas, beets, pumpkin, etc.)
  • Plastic straw.
  • Pot, or microwave with bowl (heat resistant) for boiling.
  • Salt.
  • Toothpick, bamboo skewer, or chopstick for poking studs.
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Food coloring.

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How to Afford Healthy Food: 14 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow
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Eating healthy does not mean you have to spend a lot of money. With discipline, prioritizing and a few other approaches, affording healthy food is entirely possible. Here are a few tips.

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    Prioritize your purchases.
    • Many organic farmers and distributors around the country offer community supported agriculture (CSA) boxes with local organic produce made to order with seasonal vegetables and consumer specified ingredients. These organizations provide delivery services and buying directly from the farmers and distributors can be much more cost effective.
    • Eating healthy organic and natural foods can provide you with a lot of nourishment.
    • The vitamins and minerals in healthy plant-based foods ultimately provide more nourishment in smaller portions, eliminating the desire for over consumption.
    • Eliminate unnecessary purchases like clothing, shoes, snacks, excess gifts and other spontaneous purchases.
    • Cut back on going out to eat or drink as often. Having discipline, and the ability to prioritize, can allow you to afford healthy food.
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    Set a budget.
    • Make a spreadsheet with your necessary purchases and projected income for the week or month.
    • This will allow you to prioritize and cut back on purchases that are unnecessary.
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    Purchase produce from local farmer's markets.
    • Organic produce is often far less expensive when bought directly from the farmer.
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    Buy a CSA produce box weekly.
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    Reduce meat consumption.
    • Meat can be expensive, especially if it is organic.
    • Cutting back or eliminating meat from your diet can reduce potential health problems like high blood pressure and diabetes.
    • In addition, it can save time in the preparation of meals.
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    Look for bulk grains.
    • Purchasing grains like brown rice, buckwheat, oats, millet rice and quinoa in bulk can save a lot of money.
    • Even at expensive stores like Whole Foods, the bulk section will help one save. For example, bulk oatmeal can be as little as 15¢ per serving. Compare that with upwards of over a dollar per serving for packaged oatmeal.
    • These healthy grains provide the necessary vitamins and minerals and, when paired with a beans or legumes, make a complete protein.
    • Organic grains are readily available in bulk and are ideal for a healthy diet.
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    Stock up on bulk legumes and beans.
    • Conventional and organic beans and legumes are readily available.
    • Buying dry lentils and different types of beans can also save you some money, because they have not been canned and you don't pay for the processing.
    • The consumption of dry food often takes a little bit of extra preparation, such as soaking the beans, but it ultimately saves you money.
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    Reduce dairy consumption.
    • Non-organic dairy products, including cheese and milk, are heavily processed and can cause many health problems including cardiac disease and obesity.
    • Eliminating these products from your diet can also save you money.
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    Get only what you need.
    • Make meal plans for the week and purchase only the ingredients that are necessary.
    • Making meal plans can keep you disciplined and minimize waste.
    • Make a list and buy nothing else.
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    Purchase store brands.
    • Many large-chain grocery stores offer a line of natural food products that are healthy and organic for less money than popular big name brands.
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    Make large meals.
    • Make large pots of soup or rice and lentils with lots of healthy organic ingredients and freeze single portions to take for lunch.
    • Eating healthy, nourishing food that is prepared from home eliminates the need to go out for lunch.
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    Cook with whole foods.
    • Cooking meals from scratch using whole foods can be time consuming, but ultimately less expensive than buying prepared food or frozen dinners.
    • Although there are many organic and natural prepared meals available, you are paying extra money for the packaging and preparation of the food.
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    Eat less.
    • We often eat too much and too quickly given our hectic lifestyles, but eating more slowly and eating smaller portions is better for your metabolism. It also takes 20 minutes for you to feel full, because that's the amount of time it takes for the message to get from your stomach to your brain. Consuming less food and eating slowly will mean less groceries to buy after planning your meals, not to mention better health!
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    Dine with a friend
    • To avoid overeating, slow down by taking smaller bites and chewing longer. Dine with a friend and enjoy conversation while at the same time keeping track of your food. This will not only slow down your eating, but make eating a much more pleasurable experience.
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How to Arrange a Picnic: 8 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow
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Here are instructions to help you successfully plan and provide a picnic from start to finish.

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    First of all select a weekend for your picnic. Friday would be better.
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    Hire a bus and count how many of you are going. Arrange seats for all.
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    Take lunch or snacks with you and you must take water or drinks.
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    Take laptop, mobile, camera so that you can enjoy the trip. Keep a smile on your face so that people understands you're enjoying the trip.
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    Take some additional amounts with you if necessary arises.
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    Go with your family friends.
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    Best place would be a open jungle or various interesting tour.
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    That's it. Enjoy your trip.


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How to Give a Gift to Someone Who Likes to Cook: 12 Steps
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Does someone on your gift list love to cook? Cooking tools, gadgets, and other kitchen gifts can be some of the most-cherished gifts an aspiring chef can receive. Know how to pick the best kitchen gifts for the Emeril in your life!

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    Watch your recipient in the kitchen. Help out, if you have the chance. Notice if any tools or utensils seem flimsy, worn, or if any task seems to require undue time or effort.
    • Find out if the recipient is trying anything new. Is he learning how to bake bread? This might be the right time for a dough scraper.
    • There is a gadget for almost everything. The right tool will be a great help in their cooking. The wrong tool will be just so much unused clutter.
    • Remember that a worn tool may be worn because it's well used and the right tool for the job. If it's on its last legs, a replacement may be just the thing. If it's an old standby and still going strong, don't replace it.
    • Keep your ears open for any opinions (good or bad) about the tools they have or don't have. These are often good clues as to what gifts would be well received.
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    Share a recipe. If you also cook, there's a good chance you know a dish or two that would be new to your recipient.
    • Offer to cook it with the person, if you have time. This is especially valuable if the recipe involves any special techniques. Create a small gift voucher or promise note setting out the offer.
    • Write out the recipe and put at least the non-perishable ingredients together as a mix or kit. One possibility is to put them in a jar.
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    Offer ingredients. The best ingredients may not be something entirely new, but something a little fancier or more expensive than the ones they currently use. Here are some possibilities to get you started:
    • Salt and pepper. For a gift, look for the fancy, gourmet versions, such as pink Himalayan salt, that your aspiring chef may not have tried yet. Many come in grinders.
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    • Real maple syrup. You could pair it with a pancake or waffle mix, or with a griddle or waffle iron if they don't yet have one.
    • Honey. Honeys can be as diverse and complex in flavor as wine, depending on what kinds of plants the bees visited. See what your local natural foods or specialty store offers, and get a special kind, or a selection.
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    • Handmade pasta. Include some quality olive oil to round out the gift.
    • Balsamic vinegar. If you live near a wine region, your local winery should have some excellent choices.
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    Share your personal specialty. Homemade bread, jam or preserves, or fresh, homegrown produce all make excellent gifts.
    • Include a label with relevant dates and ingredients. You might also like to share the recipe, unless it's a family secret!
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    Go on an outing together. A foodie outing can be a wonderful experience as a gift and you get to enjoy the experience too.
    • Go wine tasting.
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    • Give the cook a day off. Visit a good restaurant together, or cook for the person.
    • Visit a farmer's market or gourmet market together. Offer to purchase some items there as part of the outing.
    • Look for local restaurant events in which you get to sample restaurant cuisine portions at great prices; this can make a fun and inspiring outing.
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    Look around for subscription services. In many places, it's possible to subscribe to an assortment of things, either on a one-time or monthly basis.
    • A wine of the month.
    • A Community Supported Agriculture program (CSA). Here, you support with a local, small farm, buying fresh, local produce (and sometimes eggs and meats).
    • A cooking-related magazine.
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    Consider kitchen scissors. Good kitchen scissors are indispensable, yet scissors get damaged and lost, and kitchen scissors are often chosen as an afterthought.
    • Quality knives are also desirable but not everyone is comfortable with giving knives as a present.
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    Give a gift certificate to a local food store. Natural and specialty foods are good choices, if your recipient will use them.
    • Another useful idea is to give a certificate to cooking classes at a local store or restaurant. Be sure to check for flexibility in the classes so that your recipient can attend at their convenience.
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    Give plants. Even if it's just a windowsill, start an indoor herb garden or supply the seeds, pots, and soil for one.
    • An indoor salad-growing kit is a wonderful gift for apartment dwellers and winter gifts.
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    Consider giving him/her cultural cookware. A wok, chopsticks, and sushi rollers can be a great gift as well.
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    Buy them a cookbook. Maybe they could make some exotic recipes they've never heard of using that, or even making a classic recipe that's really popular among a lot of people.
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    Take close up pictures of dishes they have made. A macro lense or camera set on close-up or food mode works great. Compile the images into a photo book and add in notes or simply blank lined pages for the recipient to write in their recipe for the dish.
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  • Making up a basket of ingredients is a fun exercise for you and a delight for the recipient.
  • Use your judgment about how the recipient cooks and what he or she will really be able to use.
  • Look for practical, well-constructed tools, not gimmicks.
  • If you know your recipient is left-handed, keep that fact in mind when selecting tools. If you can find left-handed tools, you'll be doing them a great favor. If you can't, at least you can avoid selections that would be difficult for your recipient to use.
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  • Keep food allergies and preferences in mind, if you choose to give ingredients.
  • If posting elsewhere, be aware of food restrictions, such as not sending meat products or honey to countries like Australia and New Zealand.

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  • Gift(s)
  • Gift wrapping
  • Card, markers, etc.
  • Camera with close-upmode or macro lense

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How to Add Umami to Your Cooking: 8 Steps - wikiHow
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The fifth taste, called umami, or savory flavor, has been used by Japanese cooks for about 1,200 years. The fifth taste is hard to describe, yet unlike salty, sour, sweet or bitter. While the word "umami" is used to describe this taste in most languages, it has also been described as meaty, roasted, earthy or simply "delicious" by Chinese cooks. The taste is created in foods that combine glutamates and nucleotides. Since it has been newly introduced as a concept in western recipes, you may wonder how to incorporate it into your cooking. It is already surprisingly common in many of the ingredients we use in pasta, salad and sauce. There are also many new ways to create this flavor through fermented fish and meat and vegetable extracts. Modern western cooks are just starting to understand and use umami paste and umami flavors in their dishes. This article will help you to add umami to your cooking.

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    Add 4 oz. (113 g) of pungent cheese, like Parmesan, to the top of a pasta dish. There is approximately 0.42 oz. (12 g) of glutamate in 4 oz. (113 g) of Parmesan cheese. It will add a balanced savory flavor to bitter or sweet pasta dishes.
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    Use anchovies to add the umami taste to a variety of dishes. Salty, cured fish are rich in glutamate. For example, the classic Caesar salad places dried anchovies on top of the salad leaves, croutons and dressing to impart extra flavor.
    • You can also make or buy umami butter to place on top of beef steak, poultry or fish. It can be created by combining anchovy paste with butter.
    • You can enhance pasta sauces by adding anchovy paste to tomato paste when producing your homemade pasta sauce. The salt and oil inside the anchovy will boost the vegetable and fruit flavors in the sauce. This is also a great addition to pesto.
    • 4 oz. (113 g) of tomatoes also contain 0.0007 oz. (0.02 g) of glutamate. This is most easily released by the addition of alcohol to the tomatoes. Traditionally, wine is added to a tomato sauce to release the umami flavor; however, it can be done more efficiently and effectively with the addition of vodka.
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    Add soy sauce, fish sauce or seaweed flakes to Asian recipes to activate the umami taste. These store-bought condiments are available in stores in either the condiment or Asian food section. They can be added during cooking or just after.
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    Create the umami taste from making miso soup. Miso soup is made with dashi broth, created by heating water and adding edible kelp and shavings of fermented tuna. You can buy miso soup mix in stores, as the original ingredients are hard to find in western markets.
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    Add cured ham or bacon to any dish to activate the umami flavor. The salt-curing process creates a savory flavor that pairs well with eggs, pastas, sandwiches and many other kinds of recipes.
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    Add green peas to a dish to add a natural umami flavor. Green peas contain a high amount of glutamate and they can be added as a side dish or in a casserole to create a natural, low-sodium savory flavor.
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    Add mature or dried mushrooms to a dish to produce the umami flavor. One of the most common ways to do this is to add either white or black truffle oil on top of a dish or in the sauce.
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    Buy umami paste to use in a combination of any number of casserole or pasta dishes. This paste is usually made from mushrooms, tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, balsamic vinegar and black olives. You can use it in the following ways:
    • You can use umami paste as a condiment. Spread a thin layer on crostini, burgers or sandwiches. You can also mix it into dips and mayonnaise.
    • Rub umami paste onto meat, poultry or fish, just as you would a salt rub. The taste will be incorporated into the meat through the roasting or cooking process.
    • Squeeze a half tsp. or tsp. (2.5 to 5 g) of umami paste into stir fries, casseroles, risotto, pizza sauce, pasta sauce, soup and stew.
    • Squeeze a small amount of umami paste into a heating pan. Add a small amount of white wine and stir well. This will create a sauce that can be added on top of vegetables or meats or used like a bouillon.
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  • Many people consider monosodium glutamate to be the easiest way to add umami flavor. It is created from extracted seaweed that is fermented from molasses and sugar beets. It is approximately 12 percent sodium and 78 percent glutamic acid. There is some debate about whether this is truly considered umami and whether it is good for overall health.
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  • Parmesan cheese
  • Anchovy paste
  • Tomato
  • Vodka or wine
  • Soy sauce
  • Fish sauce
  • White or black truffle oil
  • Green peas
  • Cured pork
  • Umami paste
  • Seaweed flakes

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Do people grimace at your food when it's your turn to cook? Do you feel hopeless in the kitchen? Follow these steps, and next time people may grin when it's your turn to cook!

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Part 1 of 2: Expanding your options

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    Change what you've been cooking. If all you've been doing is opening cans and ripping over packages of instant food, it's time to get daring and dip your fingers into food-from-scratch. Don't worry––there are plenty of recipes which explain exactly what to do in order to create real food that tastes great.
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    Visit your local library. Go to the cookbook section and borrow some cookbooks that tickle your fancy. Try to stick with less complicated recipes to begin with though––you don't want to be put off before you've even started.
    • Basics cookbooks are very good books to begin with. These books tend to explain terminology and techniques, as well as providing samples of simple but essential recipes. You can learn a lot from even just one such book, and then graduate onto cookbooks that seem like favourites to you.
    • When reading a cookbook, check out how recipes are written and look for the basic terms and methods. Also notice that particular types of food (for example, bread, soup, meat, cake, etc.) have specific requirements in common to many recipes within that type of food.
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    Check out free recipes on the internet. There are recipes everywhere on the internet, including on wikiHow. You have so many choices that it is important to work out which sites you like and trust instead of spending all day collecting recipes, so be discerning in your selection. It also helps to find recipes that allow comments; that way, you can see what others say about the recipes and what changes or additions they suggest.
    • Get to know the food bloggers. There are bound to be some you love because they cook the sort of food you like and share interesting anecdotes that make reading their blog worthwhile. You can usually subscribe to such blogs to get regular updates and when you're game, you can also share comments about your experiences of the recipes they're suggesting.
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    Watch cooking shows to get some more ideas. Cooking shows are all over the TV nowadays, so it won't be hard to find one you like. This can help you learn techniques, find food of interest to you and maybe even get fired up about improving your cooking skills.
    • Warning: Cooking shows can be addictive. Try to keep them in perspective and ration the TV viewing.
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    Talk to other cooks. Learn what motivates and inspires other cooks. Observe them and ask questions. This can a fun and socially engaging way to learn more about cooking.

Part 2 of 2: Testing your cooking

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    Don't wait. Get started today. It doesn't matter if it doesn't work, you're learning and you'll learn faster by doing than by thinking about it. Expect to make mistakes and some stuff that doesn't taste so great. And for now, don't worry how it looks––work on how it tastes to begin with. Indeed, some people never get beyond how it tastes, and that is just fine because everyone loves good tasting food!
    • A word of advice: Don't try anything that requires expensive ingredients, has a very long list of steps, or is notoriously difficult at first. Give yourself a chance!
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    Begin with affordable ingredients. That way, the errors aren't so costly and you can repeat until you get it right. And have fun in the process!
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    Choose simple recipes for your cheap ingredients. That way, you won't get frustrated and you won't be stuck at a hot stove or cranky mixing bowl for more than a few minutes at a time.
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    Keep reading and keep experimenting with your cooking. Taste the food you make, then practice how to make it taste better. A great cook can tell by mere taste what else needs to be added to improve a bland or strange tasting dish and most of this comes from sheer practice and innate decisions. On your side is the fact that you care enough about food to give this a go, so you'll get the hang of flavoring food in no time.
    • It really helps know what kinds of flavors you like and try to get them in your dish.
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    Fix your errors. There are basic techniques for repairing mistakes, such as thickening or thinning a food, lessening saltiness, and turning a failure into a completely different dish (with nobody the wiser). That said, some mistakes can't be fixed, such as burnt food (the taste goes all the way through). Learn when to simply throw out something and try again and when you can completely transform an error.
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    Be confident. In order to be a great cook, you need to be confident. Sometimes, being nervous can spoil your dish. Fake it until you make it (or bake it) and something good is bound to come out!
    • Some people truly believe that emotions get cooked into food. Hence, it would be advisable not to cook when you're angry, if you follow this belief.
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    Find a brave friend or family member to taste test your new creations. Ask this person to give you honest feedback and to make suggestions for changes. Be prepared to accept constructive feedback; you can't improve your skills without this.
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  • Don't be afraid to experiment with cheap ingredients, and be ready to add flavors to repair a dish.
  • Don't make something you've never heard of, or you think you won't like yourself.
  • Make sure you know the basic terms and follow recipes carefully at first.
  • Start by cooking one dish at a time, not three or four. Too many recipes spoil the novice cook!
  • Learn to use your tools. A good chef's knife is your best friend in the kitchen. There are online videos showing you how to use knives properly, or you can take classes run by local chefs.
  • Ask someone who cooks well before you cook or use ingredients in a new recipe––they may have some good advice. Or, see what others say in the internet forum or comment section for a recipe. Many forums even let you ask questions and have other fans of cooking reply.
  • Flavor compendiums can be borrowed from your library. Learning which flavors marry well and which flavors don't match well can be a really good way to improve your cooking skills.
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  • Always use appropriate care and equipment when working with hot stoves and ovens, hot oil, etc.
  • Go easy on the spices and dried herbs, especially when you don't know their flavor strengths.Too much of a good thing is bad when cooking. The aim is to avoid masking the food's natural flavor; instead, aim to bring it out.

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  • Kitchen equipment including a stove, pots, pans, and utensils
  • Cookbooks
  • Ingredients

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When hosting a dinner party or picnic, there are a few key obligations on you to act as a responsible host in order to ensure that your guests have a good time and travel home safely. Here are some ideas to assist you.

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    Remove objects that can be broken or damaged during the evening. It is better to keep things out of harm's way and avoid potential embarrassment and even injury to guests who might accidentally break something, as well as avoiding you the disappointment of a broken heirloom or expensive item!
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    Check for allergies and dietary preferences beforehand. If possible, ask people about dietary preferences and allergies prior to the event. If this is not possible, ask on their arrival.
    • Always have some basic back-ups tucked away somewhere for those who are with faith-based food restrictions, vegetarians, vegans, gluten-intolerant, dairy-free, egg-free, and for dieters. It sounds worse than it really is; for example, you can easily deal with all of these people with a single dish such as quinoa salad, roasted or steamed veggies, rice pasta main course, and a fruit salad for dessert is always an easy option!
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    Do not overstock your bar. Aim for about 1 drink per person per hour. Offer self-serve wine and beer and only leave enough glasses for the amount of guests; more can be washed if asked. Leave plenty of non-alcoholic choices around as well, such as water, juice,and mocktails and sodas. Leave nibbles to distract drinkers from constant drinking. If you wish to have cocktails, serve one with pomp and ceremony at the beginning. You can also consider a single serve of liqueur at the end of the evening.
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    Politely decline to serve more alcoholic refreshments to anyone who seems to be drunk; avoid refilling their glass and remove bottles etc. from the service area at the end of the main meal. Call a taxi for anyone who looks unfit to drive and reassure them that there car will be safe parked at your home until the following day; offer to collect them even if this is not too difficult for you.
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    Serve coffee and tea at the end of the evening. This is a sign that any more drinking is at an end and it is a means by which to give your guests a chance to revive themselves and prepare to leave.
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    Make sure that there is a safe place for guests to leave their valuables. If you have any concerns, have guests leave handbags etc. in an open area obvious to all.
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    Be the ice melter. A responsible host fuels the conversation all night and steers like guests to like guests so that they feel comfortable with one another and find someone to converse with. Do notice the wallflower and try and draw them into the discussions. Ask questions and listen actively. Be ready to help others when you can. Finally, smile as much as you can!
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  • As a last resort, with a very drunk guest who will not listen to reason, you may be forced to remove their car keys and drive them home yourself. Have someone else follow you to take you back home; leave their house and car keys somewhere obvious for them to find the next morning when they wake up.
  • It is always a really good idea to let guests know quietly where the bathroom is. Some guests are embarrassed to ask and spend the evening holding on needlessly. Relieve them of their concern about asking by jumping in and making it clear as a responsible host.
  • Dress well. A host is mainly judged by their appearance.
  • Always light the way to and from your front door well so that guests do not trip over anything. Remove toys, loose pavers etc. so that there is nothing to trip over. Consider getting extra lighting options rigged up temporarily if needed.
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  • Nibbles
  • Duty of care for those over-imbibing
  • Storage for precious objects
  • Safe place for valuables

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Three Parts:Understanding the Health Benefits of GarlicEating Raw GarlicUsing Garlic in Cooking

Garlic thins the blood and fights bacteria lowering your risk for illness and heart attacks. But how can we acquire these benefits easily?

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Part 1 of 3: Understanding the Health Benefits of Garlic

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    Know that garlic can improve your cardiovascular health. Garlic can help to improve your cardiovascular health and stave off a number of heart-related issues, such as:
    • High blood pressure, high cholesterol, coronary heart disease, heart attacks and hardening of the arteries.
    • This is due to the fact that garlic contains a unique set of sulfur compounds which enlarge and and relax the arteries, improving blood flow around the body.[1]
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    Know that garlic can help to ward off cancer. According to a number of studies, people who eat high quantities of garlic are at a reduced risk of developing certain types of cancer, such as:
    • Colon cancer, stomach cancer, prostate cancer, breast cancer and lung cancer. It may also be beneficial in the treatment of prostate and bladder cancer.[2]
    • It is believed that the allyl sulfides found in garlic may be responsible for these benefits.
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    Know that garlic can help to combat colds. Garlic can be used to prevent and treat colds, as it is packed with antiviral, antibacterial and antifungal properties.
    • It also contains a large number of antioxidants, which boosts your immune system and help your body to fight off the cold virus.
    • Garlic can also help to shorten the duration of existing colds by helping your body to fight off the cold virus. Try drinking a garlic-infused tea flavored with honey and ginger.
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    Know that garlic can be used in a variety of home remedies. Garlic is also a popular ingredient in a vast array of home remedies, such as:
    • Soothing psoriasis. Thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties, garlic is sometimes used to relieve psoriasis outbreaks by soothing inflamed skin.
    • Clearing acne. Garlic helps to dry out large pimples and kill bacteria on the surface of the skin.
    • Treating athlete's foot. Garlic's anti-fungal fungal properties make it effective treatment for athletes foot.
    • Healing cold sores. Garlic's anti-inflammatory properties help to reduce redness and swelling, shortening the duration of cold sores.[3]

Part 2 of 3: Eating Raw Garlic

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    Get a clove of garlic from a local food store. Make sure the garlic is fresh and from a good producer. The fresher the garlic the better the benefits.
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    Peel the skin off of one part of the clove. Put the rest of the garlic in a container in the pantry or freezer to keep it fresh. The fresher it is the more minerals and vitamins are in it and that will provide many more benefits.
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    Cut a small chunk off of the part you peeled. Make sure it is a very small part of the clove you can get sick from to much garlic and the point of this is to make you feel better.
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    Swallow the garlic with a full glass of water. The water helps to calm your stomach and sends helps with digestion.
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    Continue to do this every morning for better health. Make it a habit of this. Combined with vitamins and a good breakfast this will have you feeling much better soon. The garlic will help with dark rings under the eyes and will improve the immune system.

Part 3 of 3: Using Garlic in Cooking

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    Use only fresh garlic. Fresh garlic has more nutritional benefits and greater flavor than garlic flakes, powder or paste. Therefore you should always choose to use fresh garlic in your cooking when possible.
    • When buying fresh garlic, look for plump, firm bulbs with unbroken skin. Avoid bulbs that are soft or shriveled looking.
    • Store fresh garlic uncovered in a cool place away from direct sunlight, as this helps to prevent sprouting. It should last for up to a month before it grows moldy.
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    Prepare garlic correctly. Fresh garlic needs to be prepared in a particular way in order to maximize its health benefits.
    • Separate the cloves and remove the skin from each, then crush or chop the garlic and leave it to sit for 5 minutes before using it in your cooking.
    • This sitting period allows an important enzymatic process to take place: a phytonutrient known as alliin is converted into allicin, an active compound which is responsible for the majority of garlic's health benefits.
    • After the 5 minutes are up, the garlic should be eaten or used as quickly as possible as the allicin will quickly become inactive.
    • During cooking, add crushed or chopped garlic near the end of cooking time to retain the most flavor and nutritional value[4].
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    Add garlic to cooking. Garlic is an extremely versatile herb, and can be used in a wide variety of recipes. Try using garlic in some of the following ways:
    • Add fresh garlic to salad dressings, salsas and butters to add a fiery and pungent flavor.
    • Add a few cloves of garlic to trays of roasting meat or vegetables to add a milder, more aromatic garlic flavor.
    • Use chopped garlic as a base in sauces, soups and casseroles for improved flavor.[5]
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  • You should eat something beforehand because it can make you feel sick if you have an empty stomach.
  • Don't take too much: A little bit goes a long way.

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How to Buy Food: 7 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow
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Are you hungry and your parents have stopped buying food for you? Well if so, this is the article for you.

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    Earn, find, or ask for money. It can be cash, debit or credit, or a check.
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    Go to a local grocery store. Walmart is great because they have practically every food and it's all cheap.
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    Select the foods you would like to purchase and put them in a cart or hold them. Keep in mind of how much money you have to spend.
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    Walk up to a checkout line and wait until your turn comes.
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    Hand your checkout person your food so that they can ring it up.
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    Give them as much money as they need and they will hand you your receipt.
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    Grab your bags and leave.
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  • Gift cards also work for buying food.
  • Although it might not taste right, healthy foods are a better choice over junk foods.
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  • Watch out for kidnappers in the parking lot.

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How to Box a Table: 6 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow
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Table boxing adds the perfect punch to any professional caterer’s skills.

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    Begin by draping the cloth over the table. Make sure it’s even in the front with an equal amount of slack on the table’s end.
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    Stand parallel to the table’s side, and place your two “Show Fingers” on the table’s front corner. (Your “Show Fingers ” are the two fingers that are placed on the table’s front edge - closest to from where your audience would be watching if your were on stage performing your terrific table boxing show!)
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    As your “show fingers” hold down the front corner of the cloth, trace along the table’s edge and grab the cloth hanging from the backside and bring it up. Keep the cloth in a straight line, parallel with the table.
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    Still keeping the “Show Fingers” in place, bring the “backside” portion of the cloth to the table’s front edge. Smooth out any folds of wrinkles underneath.
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    Place your “Show Fingers” firmly on the back of that front corner, then pull the cloth back to that same backside corner you took the cloth from to make that straight parallel line.
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    Repeat on the opposite side.
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A dinette set is a set of table and chairs that are used for informal dining. They are often found in kitchens or other informal eating areas in the home. Average families eat most of their meals at a dinette set. Dinette sets can be simple or elaborate. They can seat 2 people or 8. A dinette set is not limited by price, size or materials used for its manufacture. There are a great many styles of dinette sets; here's how to buy a dinette set.

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    Consider your budget.
    • Dinette sets can come complete with the chairs and table grouped into 1 price, or the tables and chairs can be priced individually. No matter how the dinette set is sold, you should first consider what your budget is for the furniture. Remember, however, that you get what you pay for. If you buy an especially cheap dinette set, you may find yourself needing to replace it sooner than you'd have liked. A cheap dinette set may not save you money in the long run.
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    Consider the size.
    • Don't buy a dinette table larger than you need. If you have 4 people in your family who would eat at the dinette set regularly, then buy a table large enough for 4 chairs. Also consider how much room you have in which to place the dinette set. A small nook might require that you purchase a small table. If you periodically need to seat more than the usual number of people at the table, then consider purchasing one that can be extended and fitted with a table leaf, to increase the size of the table.
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    Choose the material.
    • Dinette sets can be made of just about any material. The cheapest will be made of plastic, while the most expensive will be made of real wood. Consider how much abuse your table will be taking. If you have small children, then perhaps a solid oak dinette set isn't practical. On the other hand, if you want to buy a piece of furniture to last a lifetime, then by all means invest in the best quality wood you can afford.
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    Choose the style.
    • Dinette sets are available in myriad styles and finishes. They can be ultra-modern or very traditional. Pick the table and chairs that best suits your style. Dinette sets are available in many colors or finishes. From chrome to cherry wood, all you need to do is pick the style and finish that suits your personal style and home d�cor.
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    Decide between stools and chairs.
    • Dinette sets are available with either stools or chairs. While sets with stools can look interesting and modern, they may not be practical for small children or where comfort is an issue. If your dinette set is not going to be used often then comfort isn't as much an issue. If you'll be using your set regularly, then opt for regular chairs with cushioned seats.
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Three Methods:Read the Ingredients ListFamiliarize Yourself with the Layout of Your Grocery StoreUse Online Resources

Eating gluten-free can be a challenge, even if you take the time to carefully plan your weekly diet and grocery list. Whether you have a medical condition requiring you to avoid gluten or you have made a personal choice to restrict your diet, follow the tips below to make gluten-free snacking an easier task.

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Method 1 of 3: Read the Ingredients List

Perhaps the most time-consuming part of shopping for gluten-free snacks is reading the ingredients list of each item. Unless a product is specifically marked “gluten-free,” you should check for any indications that the food or drink may contain gluten.

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    Know the sources of gluten.
    • Avoid buying any snacks with barley, durum, farina, graham flour, kamut, rye, matzo meal, semolina, bulgur, triticale, wheat, and spelt on the label.
    • Do not buy bread, crackers, cookies, muffins, chips, sweets, snack bars, or other grain products unless they have “gluten-free” on the label.
    • Dips, dressings, and sauces may also contain gluten unless specifically labeled otherwise.
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    Beware of unnamed food additives. Certain starches, sugars, and added flavors may contain gluten, such as malt flavoring or modified food starch.
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    Avoid snack foods processed on shared equipment. Even if an ingredient label does not specifically list a source of gluten, check for a notice that indicates whether the food has been processed on equipment or in a facility that also produces foods that contain gluten. Cross-contamination can make those with wheat allergies or celiac disease ill even when the food contains very small amounts of gluten transferred from other products.

Method 2 of 3: Familiarize Yourself with the Layout of Your Grocery Store

Find the gluten-free section in your local grocery store. If none is available, request that the manager assemble one with the help of the Internet or gluten-free resources that list common gluten-free foods by name brands.

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    Memorize brands and food types that provide gluten-free snack options. Many potato chip brands are gluten-free, as are many “all-natural” snacks such as sweet potato chips, some corn tortilla chips, or chips made of different vegetables (such as carrots, spinach, or tomatoes).
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    Record your favorite gluten-free snacks. Keeping a personal list of gluten-free foods you enjoy when you find them can make future shopping trips easier. As a bonus, having a list of gluten-free snacks available can provide plenty of creative snacking ideas when you are unsure what to eat.
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    Choose creative snacks from multiple food groups.
    • Vegetables with hummus, nut butters, flavored cream dips, salad dressing, or chunks of cheese can offer healthy gluten-free snack options.
    • Whole fruits, nuts, rice cakes, and salads are healthy, filling, and often gluten-free.
    • Applesauce, fruit cups, and other pre-packaged snack-size foods are also often gluten-free.
    • Certain name brand rice and tapioca puddings may also be gluten-free, and even certain candies, chocolates, and energy bars come naturally gluten-free.

Method 3 of 3: Use Online Resources

Researching gluten-free options has never been easier. Many websites are specifically devoted to listing gluten-free recipes, snack and meal ideas, name brands, and vendors to help people avoid gluten.

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    Search for lists of gluten-free foods at common stores. For large chain stores, such as Walmart or Walgreen’s, gluten-free dieters have already cataloged “commonly available” food brands that are gluten-free snack options, such as Post Cocoa Pebbles cereal, available at most grocery stores.
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    Get involved in online gluten-free communities. One of the easiest ways to learn which foods are gluten-free or how to eat well on a gluten-free diet is to communicate with other people eating a gluten-free diet.
    • Ask questions on online discussion boards about good snack ideas, or post comments on gluten-free blogs to generate responses on creative gluten-free snacking.
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    Follow websites that track gluten-free brands. In many cases, other gluten-free dieters have already done the work for you, and you will likely find some of your favorite snack brands on pre-compiled lists of gluten-free snack options. Checking back regularly can also alert you to new options or changes in popular brands.
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    Buy an “App” for gluten-free eating. If your mobile phone is capable of running applications, consider investing in a program that will help you navigate ingredient lists and name brands to identify safe foods for gluten-free snacking.
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    Browse a gluten-free recipe database. Consider preparing or customizing gluten-free recipes as snacks. Buying gluten-free ingredients will allow you to snack on the components or mix up the entire recipe. Recipes for side dishes may also be great opportunities to mix up a batch of “snacks” that can last all week.
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  • Fresh, unprocessed foods are more likely to be gluten-free. Perhaps the easiest way to buy gluten-free snacks is to buy fruits, vegetables, and gluten-free spreads or dips. The variety of combinations you can make will keep your snacks healthy and interesting.
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  • If you are not sure whether a product contains gluten, ask the manufacturer or simply do not eat the food.
  • Gluten-free diets may carry health risks for those who do not have a medical reason for avoiding gluten. Consult with a health professional before trying a gluten-free diet for a non-medical reason.

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How to Carve a Roasted Chicken: 6 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow
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Basic techniques that were essential in the kitchen are no longer needed as we get more advanced and further separated from our food sources. Carving a roast chicken is an art. Aside from that, whole roast chickens have crispy skin, the meat is juicy and tender and has great flavour. This is a culinary experience that you will never want to miss or forget when it’s done correctly.


Nowadays, with the presence of right tools and an easy step-by-step instruction to follow, you have no reason to be scared of carving your roast chicken. Mastering the art will take more than just one session, though. Let’s get started!

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    On a carving board, place your roasted chicken (we prefer cage free chicken) with breast side up. Allow to rest for 5 minutes. In the meantime, get your carving tools and don’t forget a well-sharpened boning knife, a fork for carving, and serving plates or a platter.
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    Cut the skin between the thigh and breast using the tip of your knife to loosen the legs. Start pulling the thighs away from the breast down towards the cutting board (do this one thigh at a time). Second, to remove the whole leg you have to look for the joint where the thighbone is attached to the carcass and then cut straight down. Do the same with the other leg.
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    Place the skin side down on the cutting board after the legs have been removed and locate the joint that connects the thigh from the drumstick. Cut it straight down and put the pieces to your serving dish. Do the same with the second leg.
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    To be able to remove the breasts from the carcass, you have to cut down on either side of the breastbone until you feel the resistance of the cartilage underneath. You now have the cartilage as your guide for separating the breast. You can now run your knife down either side of the chicken until breast separated. Repeat process on the other side. (You have an option to throw the carcass or simmer it to make homemade stock.)
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    On the cutting board, put the breasts with skin side up and pull wings outward. Cut it down at the second joint. You can transfer the wings to the serving dish just like this or you may want to remove the tips of the wing by cutting at the joint.
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    You can do what you want in serving the breasts. You can serve them whole, cut into two pieces, or slice and fan out onto serving dish. Embellish your superbly carved chicken plate with onions, carrots, roasted potatoes or sprigs of thyme and rosemary.
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A recipe for boneless chicken which can be prepared as a starter or as a side dish for the main course. It is the Indian style boneless chili chicken recipe.

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    Marinate the boneless chicken pieces with 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon ginger garlic paste, 1 teaspoon red chili powder (optionally can use pepper powder), corn flour and salt. Marinate the chicken for 30 min.
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    After 30 min shallow fry the marinated chicken in oil. Take it out when it is slightly brown in color and is cooked.
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    In wok heat oil. Bring down the flame. Add 1 thinly sliced onion, few ginger julienne and split green chili.
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    When the onions become translucent add cubed green bell peppers and cook for another 5 minutes until the bell peppers become soft.
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    Now when cooked add 1 tablespoon of dark soy sauce, 1 tablespoon green chilli sauce and 2 tablespoons sweet tomato ketchup.
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    Now to this mix add the shallow fried chicken pieces, give a nice stir and cook for a while.
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    Transfer to plate, garnish with onion rings and serve hot.
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How to Choose a Good Caterer: 9 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow
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Finding the perfect caterer is an essential part of any large scale event. Weddings, corporate events, parties and family gatherings are all times when the services of a caterer might be needed. Unfortunately, there is no standardized grading system for caterers and anybody can start their own catering business. Here's how to choose a good caterer so that the food at your event is something memorable, for all the right reasons.

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    Listen to word of mouth recommendations.
    • No amount of advertising can replace a good recommendation from somebody you know and trust. If a friend or acquaintance had a great caterer for their wedding, then this is a caterer you should talk to for your next big event. Conversely, bad reviews should also be heeded.
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    Schedule a tasting.
    • Caterers who provide food for large events should offer to provide you with a tasting, in order to gain your business for a large contract. Keep in mind, however, that this tasting will be the very best product the caterers can produce. There's also often a huge difference in quality between preparing a meal for 2 compared to 500.
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    Consider the caterer's specialty.
    • Some caterers specialize in larger scale events and have the equipment and expertise to professionally handle larger numbers of guests. Other caterers specialize in smaller intimate events, cocktail parties, or even just delivery of catered food. Be wary of the caterer who claims to be able to do it all, chances are that they don't excel at any of it.
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    Consider what services you need.
    • Some caterers will only prepare and deliver you the food you ordered, and may even go so far as to set it up. Others can provide fully trained wait staff and support personnel. If you're having a formal event requiring plated service then you want a catering company large enough to handle your needs. Feel free to ask the caterer if their staff comes from a temporary agency or if they are employees of the catering company. Wait staff that comes from a temp agency can imply that the catering company doesn't often handle large, staffed events.
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    Ask for references.
    • When entrusting a single company to handle the food for your event it is essential that you ask for references. Don't just ask them to hand over names; instead ask for referrals of several recent events they catered.
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    Inquire about food freshness.
    • Many caterers cut corners in food preparation by using frozen products. Fresh is always best and they're charging you as though it were made fresh. Insist on only using a caterer that uses fresh food, not frozen.
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    Call the local health department.
    • Most catering companies are subject to licensing and regulation by their local health department, and there will be records on any prior complaints, issues and inspections. This is usually considered public information. If the catering company you're considering hiring has had violations or complaints it's time to look elsewhere.
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    Ask for a quotation.
    • Too often, asking to see the bottom line price is the first step in hiring a caterer when in fact it should be the last. The food for a wedding can be more than 50 percent of the entire wedding cost; you're going to get what you pay for. If your caterer is dropping their price you can be assured they're dropping their quality as well.
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    Read the contract.
    • Never hire a contractor without a firm contract in place. This protects your interests in case the caterer doesn't follow through. Once you've decided on your caterer and agreed upon a price, sign the contract after reading it through carefully.
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Four Methods:Plain Boiled Ham HocksHam Hocks and BeansHam Hocks and Collard GreensGerman Ham Hocks with Sauerkraut

A ham hock is a thick cut of pork that comes from a pig's leg, from the area between the ham and the foot. You almost always buy ham hocks cured and smoked. This cut of meat can be cooked in a variety of ways, but here are a few of the most common.[1]

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Ingredients

Plain Boiled Ham Hocks[2]

Makes 1 to 2 servings

  • 1 smoked ham hock
  • 2 cups (500 ml) water

Ham Hocks and Beans[3]

Makes 4 to 5 servings

  • 1 Tbsp (15 ml) vegetable oil
  • 4 medium smoked ham hocks, about 4 oz (115 g) each
  • 1 cup (250 ml) chopped onions
  • 1/2 lb (225 g) dried white beans, pinto beans, or lima beans
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 5 cups (1250 ml) water
  • Ground black pepper
  • Salt

Ham Hocks and Collard Greens[4]

Makes 6 to 8 servings

  • 2 to 3 medium smoked ham hocks
  • 5 lb (2250 g) collards
  • 2 tsp (10 ml) salt
  • Water
  • Hot sauce (optional)

German Ham Hocks with Sauerkraut[5]

Makes 4 to 6 servings

  • 1 1/2 lb (675 g) smoked ham hocks
  • 3 cups (750 ml) sauerkraut
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 large carrot, chopped
  • 3 allspice berries
  • 5 pepper corns
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 4 tsp (20 ml) salt
  • 6 cups (1.5 L) water

Method 1 of 4: Plain Boiled Ham Hocks

  1. 1
    Score the fat layer. Use a sharp kitchen knife to score the fat layer of the ham hock in a few different places before cooking it.
    • Scoring the meat helps to cook the meat and extract the flavor more thoroughly.
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    Transfer the ham hock to a large saucepan. Place the ham hock in a large, heavy saucepan and add 2 cups (500 ml) of water, or enough water to cover the cut of meat by about 1 inch (2.5 cm).
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    Bring the water to a boil. Let the water reach a boil over high heat. Once it reaches a rolling boil, cover the pan reduce the heat to medium. Let the ham hock simmer steadily for 1 to 2 hours.
    • Check the meat every 30 minutes or so after the first hour. The ham hock is ready once the meat falls off the bone.
    • Ham hocks can withstand a long amount of cooking since it is such a tough cut of meat.
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    Reduce the liquid by half. Take the ham hock out of the water when ready. Turn the heat back to high and boil the water for an additional 20 minutes or so, just until the liquid reduces in quantity by half.
    • Leave the saucepan uncovered during this process.
    • This process creates a rich, flavorful stock that can be used in accompaniment with the meat itself.
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    Serve. Let the ham hock cool slightly before transferring it to individual serving dishes. Serve after drizzling a little of the stock over the bean.
    • You can also save the stock for later use if you keep it refrigerated and in an airtight container, or you could add it into the water used for any rice, beans, or pasta served on the side.

Method 2 of 4: Ham Hocks and Beans

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    Soak the beans. Dried beans should be sorted, cleaned, and soaked before you add them to a dish, including this one.
    • Sort through the beans and get rid of any small stones or other debris.
    • Rinse the beans with running water.
    • Soak the beans in 8 cups (2 L) of water inside a large covered saucepan. Allow them to soak overnight in a refrigerator.
    • When done, drain the water and rinse the beans once more.
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    Heat the oil in a medium Dutch oven. Pour the vegetable oil into a Dutch oven and warm it over medium-high heat. Give the oil a few minutes to become hot.
    • When at the right heat, the oil should look even glossier than normal and should glide around the pan even more readily.
    • Note that if you do not have a Dutch oven, a large, heavy stockpot with a lid will also work.
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    Sear the ham hocks. Add the ham hocks to the hot oil in batches, searing them on all sides until the meat turns brown. This should take roughly 4 to 6 minutes.
    • Remove the ham hocks when browned and temporarily set them aside in a warm, sanitary spot.
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    Saute the onions. Add the chopped onions to the hot oil and sprinkle with ground black pepper, to taste. Saute, stirring frequently, for about 2 minutes.
    • When done, the onions should look translucent and smell even more fragrant.
    • If you do not know how much pepper to use, start with a small amount like 1/8 tsp (0.6 ml) rather than a larger one.
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    Add the beans and bay leaf. Stir the soaked and drained beans into the Dutch oven, along with the bay leaf. Add more pepper, if desired. Saute for another 1 minute.
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    Return the ham hocks and add the water. Place the ham hocks back into the Dutch oven and fill with 5 cups (1250 ml) water. Bring to a boil.
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    Simmer for 2 hours. After the water reaches a boil, reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer, covered, until the meat falls off the bones and the beans take on a creamy consistency.
    • Remove the bay leaf when done.
    • Note that if you would prefer a simpler version of this recipe, you could add all the ingredients into a slow cooker as soon as you finish soaking and draining the beans. Cover and cook for 8 hours on high.[6]
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    Serve warm. Sprinkle with additional salt and pepper and serve while still warm.
    • This meal is typically served like a soup, but you can also use a slotted spoon to lift out the meat and beans, only.[7]

Method 3 of 4: Ham Hocks and Collard Greens

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    Boil the ham hocks in water. Place the ham hocks in a large 6-qt (6-L) pot and fill the pot 2/3 with water, making sure there is enough water to completely cover the meat. Bring the water to a boil over high heat.
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    Let boil for 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Let the ham hocks sit in the still-boiling water until the meat begins to fall off the bones.
    • Add more water to the pot as it starts boiling down. The ham hocks should always be completely covered throughout the cooking process.
    • The ham hocks need to be completely cooked before you add the collard greens.
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    Prepare the collard greens. Separate the leaves and rinse each one under cool, running water. Stack the leaves on top of each other and roll them together. Cut each roll into thin strips using a cutting board and large kitchen knife.
    • If using frozen greens instead of fresh greens, you may not need to separate the leaves, but the leaves should still be thawed and rinsed.
    • Rinse each leaf individually. Do not rinse them all at once.
    • Rolling the leaves and chopping them up in that form can save you time.
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    Add a batch of collard greens. Add as many collard greens to the boiling water as possible until the pot is full. Cook until they begin to wilt.
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    Add the remaining collard greens in batches. Once your initial batch of collard greens wilts, you can add the remaining greens in batches. Continue adding the greens in batches, waiting for one batch to wilt before adding the next.
    • Note that you should not remove any of the greens after you add them and after they wilt down.
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    Salt and continue cooking. Sprinkle salt into the water, stir, and continue cooking for another 30 minutes on medium heat.
    • Stir the contents of the pot occasionally so that the taste of the smoked ham hock spreads throughout the dish.
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    Serve warm. Once done, drain the water and serve the collard greens and ham hocks alongside one another on the same serving dish.
    • For an added kick, add a dash of hot sauce to the dish before enjoying it.

Method 4 of 4: German Ham Hocks with Sauerkraut

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    Combine the ingredients. Place the ham hocks, sauerkraut, onion, carrot, allspice berries, peppercorns, bay leaf, and salt in a large stockpot or Dutch oven. Pour in enough water to cover the ingredients, especially the meat.
  2. 2
    Bring to a boil. Heat the contents of the pot on high until the water begins to boil rapidly. Once this happens, reduce the heat to medium or medium-low.
    • Do not cover the pot as you boil or simmer the contents.
  3. 3
    Simmer for 1 to 2 hours. Let the contents of the stockpot cook at a steady simmer for an hour or so, just until the meat softens and starts falling off the bone.
    • When the water level starts to drop as the water gets cooked away, add more, keeping the level continuously above the contents of the pot.
    • Remove the bay leaf once the ingredients finish cooking.
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    Serve while still warm. As soon as the meat finishes cooking, spoon out the sauerkraut stew into individual serving dishes. Top with some of the meat, and enjoy.
    • This dish is often served with cooked potatoes.
    • Mustard, horseradish, or mustard with horseradish is also commonly served on the side an an accompaniment for the meat.
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  • Smoked ham hocks can come in big, whole pieces, or they can come in the form of crosswise slices made with a bone saw. Both versions should be cooked for an equal amount of time in order to extract the most flavor possible, though.
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Things You'll Need

Plain Boiled Ham Hocks

  • Sharp kitchen knife
  • Large saucepan with lid
  • Tongs
  • Serving dishes

Ham Hocks and Beans

  • Stockpot or bowl
  • Dutch oven or stockpot
  • Spatula
  • Tongs
  • Serving spoon
  • Serving dishes

Ham Hocks and Collard Greens

  • 6-qt (6-L) pot
  • Mixing/serving spoon
  • Sharp knife
  • Colander
  • Tongs
  • Serving dishes

German Ham Hocks with Sauerkraut

  • Large stockpot
  • Tongs
  • Serving spoon
  • Serving dishes

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Six Methods:Include FruitPrepare VegetablesChoose Whole GrainsSelect Healthy Proteins in the Right ProportionsInclude Healthy DairyUse Healthier Fats in a Strategic Way

The most difficult aspect of cooking healthily today is sorting through all of the conflicting information about nutrition that bombards us. Healthy cooking is an important decision that will prevent many chronic illnesses and dysfunctions, as well as keep you feeling and looking your best. The keys to healthy cooking include getting back to whole foods, using fresh ingredients and choosing the right proportions of healthy foods like fruits and vegetables.

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Method 1 of 6: Include Fruit

Raw fruit is delicious on its own, but finding surprising ways to incorporate fruit into your cooking gives you a chance both to add nutritional value and to tap into your creativity.

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    Use fresh, local fruit that is in season. Cook with citrus in the spring, berries in summer and apples and pumpkin in the fall. Food prepared at the peak of its freshness has unbeatable flavor and nutritional value.
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    Avoid adding table sugar to fruit dishes. Instead, choose healthy ways to enhance the flavor of fruit in your cooking. For example, serve baked apples with frozen yogurt, cinnamon, walnuts and dried cranberries; or add balsamic vinegar to strawberries to bring out their natural sweetness.
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    Don’t forget juices and dried fruits. Fruit juice and dried fruit, when used in moderation, is a healthy addition to many meals. Cook a dish like Moroccan chicken with dried plums to boost the fiber content of the dish, or use freshly squeezed orange juice to give a citrus kick to a salad dressing.
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    Use fruit purees in place of fat when baking. Applesauce is a great substitute for vegetable oil in muffin and bread recipes. You’ll have to do some research to calculate just how much fat you can replace with fruit in your recipes, but the fruit can add the same moisture to your dishes without making your fingers greasy, so it’s worth it.

Method 2 of 6: Prepare Vegetables

One of the most important skills in the healthy cook’s arsenal is the skill of preparing vegetables in a delicious way without zapping out all of their nutrients in the cooking process. Bland, overcooked vegetables will never motivate you to add more vegetables to your diet.

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    Buy fresh vegetables in season. Asparagus, spinach and scallions are best in the spring. Many vegetables, like tomatoes, squash and Swiss chard are good in the summer. Root vegetables like acorn or butternut squash bring warmth to any autumn table. And if you live in a warm climate, you can explore options of cultivating your own vegetable gardens to get the most selection based on your tastes.
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    Choose healthy cooking methods when you prepare vegetables. Burying vegetables in butter, preparing them with animal fat or dousing them in oil adds many extra calories without adding nutritional value. Try steaming or roasting with a little bit of olive oil for nutritious and delicious preparations.
    • Even though too much fat is not beneficial, adding some plant-based fats like olive or walnut oil to your deep greens (like leafy greens, broccoli and Brussels sprouts) actually helps your body absorb more of their nutrients.
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    Don’t forget frozen as an option. Freezing vegetables in season and storing them for future use is an easy way to get the flavor of the harvest all year round. For quick dishes, choose frozen, pre-chopped organic vegetables from your grocery store.

Method 3 of 6: Choose Whole Grains

For a wide variety of grain choices, many shoppers used to make special trips to a natural foods store. Now, delicious, healthy whole grains can be found in almost any supermarket.

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    Avoid refined carbohydrates. For example, choose to replace white bread with whole wheat or rye. Also, whole wheat pastas have improved greatly in quality since they were first introduced to the market.
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    Cook creatively with whole grains. For instance, add barley to beef stew or make a whole grain pilaf with sliced almonds and dried fruit.
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    Try something new. Learn to cook with quinoa, spelt or couscous so that you can have a break from rice and pasta.

Method 4 of 6: Select Healthy Proteins in the Right Proportions

In many households, a big slab of meat tends to dominate the dinner plate. Choosing healthier proteins and healthy portion sizes will allow you to enjoy protein without all of the associated health hazards.

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    Choose proteins high in omega-3 fatty acids. Foods like salmon and omega-3 enriched eggs are great sources of omega-3 fatty acids. These nutrients promote healthy brain function as well as cardiovascular health.
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    Remember non-meat sources of protein. You can eat servings of protein that are lower in calories and higher in fiber by choosing proteins like beans or tofu. Chop up some tofu and add it to soup or serve bean and cheese enchiladas with a side of rice in place of meat enchiladas.
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    Watch your portion size. A good rule of thumb is to remember that a serving size of protein is about the size of a deck of cards. Generally, a piece of meat or other protein should be no larger or thicker than your palm.

Method 5 of 6: Include Healthy Dairy

Calcium and Vitamin D from dairy are essential nutrients, but many dairy products also deliver an unhealthy dose of fat. Learning to choose low-fat dairy while maximizing flavor will allow you to enjoy the benefits of dairy without all of the added fat.

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    Learn to cook with low-fat dairy options. In many recipes, heavy cream or whole milk can be replaced with low-fat or skim milk. Be careful when baking to stick to reduced fat dairy rather than fat-free dairy.
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    Become more versatile with yogurt. Yogurt is delicious eaten out of the container, but plain yogurt can also be served in soups or used as a marinade for meats. Salmon served with a lemon and dill yogurt sauce, for example, makes a nutrient-packed and elegant meal. Look to food from Middle Eastern and Indian cultures to inspire you to find more ways to use yogurt in your cooking.
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    Focus on flavor instead of quantity when cooking with cheese. If you purchase a high-quality, flavorful cheese, then you can use less cheese and still add flavor to your cooking. Grate pecorino on top off a pizza and cut down on the mozzarella, or sprinkle a little bit of Gorgonzola on a salad instead of heaps of mild cheddar.

Method 6 of 6: Use Healthier Fats in a Strategic Way

Healthy fats are important, both for our health and for our satiety. Cook with healthy fats in moderation; don’t completely avoid this important part of a healthy diet.

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    Choose oils and fatty foods that are low in saturated fat. Olive oil and canola oil are the healthiest oils that you can use in your cooking. Other nut and seed oils also make healthy choices. Prepare fatty fish like salmon or mackerel instead of beef. Avocados are also an excellent source of healthy fats.
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    Avoid trans fats. Trans fats are found in foods that have been hydrogenated so that they can maintain shelf stability at room temperature. These fats are universally understood to be bad for your health, and they hide in places you might not expect. Before you roll a piece of chicken in bread crumbs, check the package to make sure that the crumbs don’t contain trans fats. Also, avoid margarine and shortening in your cooking whenever possible.
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    Remember that quality can lower quantity. Investing in an excellent olive oil for cooking allows you to put more flavor in your food even while using less oil. Another idea is to choose a creamy European butter; the intense flavor will allow you to cut the butter content in your cooking by at least one-third.
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  • Organic ingredients cost more, but choose them anytime you can afford them. Part of cooking healthily is to avoid using plant ingredients that have been chemically treated with pesticides or meat from animals that were fed an unnatural diet or kept in unacceptable living conditions.
  • Everyone needs to bake a sugary treat occasionally. Consider serving sugary desserts when you are preparing for a special occasion. Go ahead and make a red velvet cake for the holidays or a plate of cookies for a baby shower. Just make sure not to graze on sugary treats throughout the day or cook rich desserts more than once every couple of weeks.
  • If you want your children to choose healthy foods, then teach them how to cook. Research from the School Food Trust found that children aged 4 to 8 who are exposed to simple cooking classes did a better job of both recognizing and eating healthy foods than their uncoached peers.
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Warnings

  • Following a fad diet does not equal cooking healthily. Avoid altering your menu to accommodate a trendy diet, like a low-carb diet. Instead, cook with wholesome and healthy whole foods and avoid processed foods.

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Do you wish to produce an amazing meal for your partner? Here are a few tips on how to make a romantic dinner.

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    Mood-It is very important to set the mood for your meal. It does not matter what you have prepared if the mood is incorrect. A steak and wine is just steak and wine if dined in a trucker pitstop.
    • Try placing as many candles around your house as possible. Ignore fire code. Just buy a load of candles in bulk from costco or something. (Note- do not place on animals or fabriced furniture if possible, and carry a fire extingisher around on your back at all times.)
    • Get gallons of red wine. As well as being red and alcholic, i think it also puts out candle fires
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    Wine- Buy alot of that too. Go red. White is for the weak and racist
    • Also costco. They have in boxes now.
  3. 3
    Food- Hopefully you know how to cook. Watch 3 seasons of Hells Kitchen for refrence if nessisary.
    • Steak is good. So is KFC. Either works, because everyone likes KFC. If your partner is vegan, try picking grass clippings from your backyard and arrange them on a plate nicely.
    • Its cute if you're broke because you spent all your money on candles. Try "borrowring" from your neighbors fridge.
  4. 4
    When they actually get there- congrats, they didnt bail. This is is first for you. Your father and i are so proud. Greet and eat with your parter in the finest ways (or you'll be lonely for a really long time)
    • Dress nicley. Boy, girl, other, you can never go wrong with a tux. Or a vest. Go ellen de'generous on that man. Look like you know what soap is.
    • Seat them yourself, and begin conversation as you enjoy your 8 piece bucket (or steak, but we know you're broke)
    • End the night perfectly with a netflix marathon of their favorite show, even if you hate it. You can do it.
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    This completes the jeourney. You have made it. Congradualtions, you are the good partner, and will probably be stuck with doing the cooking if your relationship continues. But you have candles.
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  • Find good conversation topics. Bring up smart things like "the economy" and "taxes." You dont have to know what you're saying if they dont.
  • Do not attempt to sweep them off their feet if they have long, flammable hair.
  • Do not feed them yourself. They can handle it.
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Are you finding it awkward to eat your meal directly from a Chinese takeout box? Sure you can drop your Kung Pao Chicken dish onto a waiting plate but what do you do if you are on the road or don’t have access to a dinner plate? Rather than digging your food from the box, create a ready-to-use plate directly from the takeout container.

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    Assess the container contents. You will be unfolding the box while the food is inside, so consider how packed the box is and what is inside. Messy sauces or over-packed food containers may end up being a bigger mess when the box is converted into a plate. So size up your meal first.
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    Remove the first box handle. Open top of the box and hold open container in one hand. Gently pull one side of the handle from the box until it is dislodged. This may take a little twisting and turning but it will free itself with a little coaxing.
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    Repeat this step on the other side of the handle. (Or just leave the other side of the handle in place. You need to be able to collapse the box and the handle helps to hold it in place.)
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    Turn box to the first folded side. You should see either a staple or flaps holding the box together.
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    Pull one side of the fold (or staple) apart, carefully opening that side of the box.
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    Spin the box around. Open the second side in the same way you opened the other folded side of the box. You now have a flat surface or makeshift plate.
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  • Only create this plate if you are working on a flat surface.
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    Enter one step "If you do not have a good wine to use, it is far better to omit it, for a poor one can spoil a simple dish and utterly debase a noble one." by Julia ChildCooking with wine can be a pleasure and an enhancement to good food and a fine meal!When wine is heated, the alcoholic content as well as sulfites disappears, leaving only the essence imparting a subtle flavor.  and then click "Add Step"
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    Wine Selection:The first and most important rule: Use only wines in your cooking thatyou would drink. Never, never use any wine that you WOULD NOT DRINK! If your do not like the taste of a wine, you will not like the dish you choose to use it in.Do not use the so-called "cooking wines!"  These wine are typically salty and include other additives that my affect the taste of your chosen dish and menu. The process of cooking/reducing will bring out the worst in an inferior wine. Please promise yourself never, never to stoop to such a product!  Linda's rule of thumb is: I do not cook with something I will not drink.An expensive wine is not necessary, although a cheap wine will not bring out the best characteristics of your dish. A good quality wine, that you enjoy, will provide the same flavor to a dish as a premium wine. Save the premium wine to serve with the meal.How To Cook With Wine:Wine has three main uses in the kitchen - as a marinade ingredient, as a cooking liquid, and as a flavoring in a finished dish.The function of wine in cooking is to intensify, enhance, and accent the flavor and aroma of food - not to mask the flavor of what you are cooking but rather to fortify it.As with any seasoning used in cooking, care should be taken in the amount of wine used - too little is inconsequential and too much will be overpowering. Neither extreme is desirable. A small quantity of wine will enhance the flavor of the dish.The alcohol in the wine evaporates while the food is cooking, and only the flavor remains. Boiling down wine concentrates the flavor, including acidity and sweetness. Be careful not to use too much wine as the flavor could overpower your dish.For best results, wine should not be added to a dish just before serving. The wine should simmer with the food, or sauce, to enhance the flavor of the dish. If added late in the preparation, it could impart a harsh quality. It should simmer with the food or in the sauce while it is being cooked; as the wine cooks, it reduces and becomes an extract which flavors. Wine added too late in the preparation will give a harsh quality to the dish. A wine needs time to impart its flavor in your dish. Wait 10 minutes or more to taste before adding more wine.Remember that wine does not belong in every dish. More than one wine-based sauce in a single meal can be monotonous. Use wine is cooking only when it has something to contribute to the finished dish.Sulfites in Wine:All wines contain some small amount of sulfites, as they are a natural result of the same fermentation process that turns grape juice into alcohol. Even wines that have not had any sulfites added during the winemaking process contain some amount of sulfites. Sulfur dioxide (SO2) is used by winemakers to keep freshly pressed "must" from spoiling. It keeps down the activities of native yeast and bacteria and preserves the freshness of the wine.When cooking with wine containing sulfites, you do not concentrate them as you would flavor, but rather they evaporate like alcohol. The sulfite goes through a conversion in the liquid of the wine to produce sulfur dioxide. This is actually the compound that prevents the oxidation. It also is a gas, and when subjected to heat, it dissipates into the air. All that remains is some salts, but they are so minute in quantity that they have no affect on flavor. Storage of Leftover Wine :Leftover wine can be refrigerated and used for cooking if held for only 1 or 2 weeks. If you have at least a half bottle on wine left over, pour it off into a clean half bottle, cork it, and store in the refrigerator. Without air space at the top, the rebottled wine will keep for up to 1 month. Wine Reduction for Pan Sauces:1/2 to 3/4 cup raw wine = 2 tablespoons of wine reductionFor ultimate flavor, wine should be reduced slowly over low heat. This method takes more time and effort, but will achieve a superior sauce because the flavor compounds present in the wine are better preserved. Traditional formula for pairing wine with cooking:Young, full bodied red wineRed meat, red meat dishesYoung, full bodied, robust red wineRed saucesEarthy red, full bodied red wineSoups with root vegetables and/or beef stockDry white wine or dry fortified wineFish/shellfish/seafood, poultry, pork, vealDry white wine or dry fortified wineLight/cream saucesCrisp, dry white wineSeafood soups, bouillabaisseSweet white wine or sweet fortified wineSweet dessertsDry, fortified wine (i.e.: sherry)Consommé, poultry, vegetable soupsRegional cuisineRegional wineActual Consumption of Alcohol:The amount of alcohol that remains in your dish is dependent on the manner and length of preparation. Typically, the alcohol in the wine evaporates while cooking and only the flavor remains. The following table of alcohol remaining after food preparation is from the Agricultural Research Services of the USDA (1989):100%Immediate Consumption70%Overnight Storage85%Boiling liquid, remove from heat75%FlamedDishes that have been baked or simmered:40%After 15 minutes35%After 30 minutes25%After 1 hour20%After 1.5 hours10%After 2 hours5%After 2.5 hours  one step here and then click "Add Step"
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Creating art with food is fun and simple, and is an easy way to get rid of fruit you don't want, or just make eating it more enjoyable. To learn how to make art out of fruits and vegetables in your household, read on.

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    Find your fruit or vegetable. You may have a garden and grow some wacky-looking vegetable, or see something that catches your eye at the grocery store. Try to find something that already has character.
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    Carefully use a paring knife to carve out any features.
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    If you want to add eyes, carve small holes for seed, pea, or bean eyes (black-eye peas make especially good eyes)
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“I am convinced digestion is the great secret of life.” ~Sydney Smith Having a healthy digestion allows all your cells, tissues, and organs to receive sufficient nutrition for a state of good health. Ayurveda has some helpful tips for a healthy digestion:

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    Drink only room temperature or warm or hot water (avoid ice water and other refrigerated drinks).
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    Eat foods while they are still hot or warm (avoid cold and refrigerated foods).
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    Consider moderation in all foods. For example, although nuts are healthy but too many will increase Vata (air and space energy) in your body and too many chiles will increase your Pitta (fire energy).
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    Eat freshly prepared foods, mostly vegetables and mostly greens. (Avoid left overs, fried foods and processed foods)
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    Chew your foods thoroughly to allow the salivary glands to fully secrete the enzyme Amylase.
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    Use spices and herbs to enhance digestion; especially helpful are lime, lemon, ginger, black pepper and mint.
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    Eat simply as possible to avoid too much food combining. Your stomach digests fewer food groups at a time more effectively. Your stomach is not an electric blender!
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    Allow four hours between meals for eating protein, dairy, grains or legumes for stomach to regain its digestive powers.
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    If you need to snack, eat fruit or vegetables, or herbal teas because they are easier to digest.
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    Eat your dinners before or by 6:30pm because natural digestion energy slows down later in the evening.
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    Eat just the right amount so there is still stomach space for air, liquids and proper digestion. (tips: walk around before having seconds; use a small plate)
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    Make your eating environment peaceful and pleasant because positive feelings enhance digestion.
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    Select food that are healthy and look desirable; they should be pleasing to the eyes, nose and mouth!
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    Only eat when peaceful or happy because then you are more likely to make intelligent food choices and digest better.
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  • When diet is correct, medicine is of no need.
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How to Dine Al Fresco: 5 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow
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Al fresco dining is simply "eating outdoors". It adds a lively and enjoyable dimension to dining and gets you out of the house into the fresh, open air, encouraging a good appetite and an appreciation for the slower pace of life. This article provides a few ideas to help you organise outdoor dining successfully.

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    Find a suitable location to set up an outdoor dining area. Ideal features of an outdoor eating area include:
    • Sheltered from winds and fierce sun
    • Spacious so that a large group of people can be accommodated where possible (not always necessary but a nice touch)
    • Comfortable and pleasant - try to avoid facing blank, dull features such as a concrete wall. If you have problem walls, etc., try to enhance these or cover them with plants, decorative items, etc.
    • Near the kitchen for ease of bringing out the food, or at least accessible easily via a pathway, etc.
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    Choose a suitable table and chair setting. The table and chairs should be capable of resisting weather elements such as rain and sun.
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    Decorate simply. A tablecloth, some flowers, a lantern, etc. are the types of items suitable for decorating an outdoor table. Remember that you will have to cart all these items from the inside to outdoors and vice versa, so minimise this by being smart about your decoration choices. Even grabbing a pot plant from outside and placing it on a clean saucer for a feature piece can work well and it's easier to restore to its place after the meal.
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    Select the food. Cold food is often an easier choice than hot food, unless you have a barbecue or warming pad near to the table. A mixture of barbecued food with salads, sliced vegetables/fruit, pasta, cheeses, pâtés, etc., works well for al fresco dining.
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    Use insect deterrents. Place insect repellent herbs near the dining area (e.g., lavender, tansy, pyrethrum, etc.) and burn citronella candles or oil to keep the insects at bay.
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  • Candles placed in glass lanterns can be a romantic way to light the area in the evening without having the flames burn out. Many outdoor furniture and house wares stores sell these types of lanterns.
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How to Find a Pastry School: 10 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow
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A pastry chef is a station chef who specializes in preparing deserts and baked goods. If you love making desert and are ready to turn your passion into a career, follow the steps below to find a pastry school right for you.

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    Run a keyword search for pastry schools using your favorite search engine. Try searching “pastry school” or “pastry school” plus the city or state in which you plan to attend school. For example, ‘”pastry school” + Indianapolis’. Sift through the results and bookmark any schools you would consider attending.
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    Use a college search website to locate additional schools. Many websites offer college capabilities by area and/or degree. Try a few of these sites and bookmark the websites of any schools you find that you will consider attending. Some search sites that you may want to try include:
    • College Navigator. College Navigator is a free program offered by the U.S. Department of Education (“DOE”). The program allows you to search for schools by degree type, program, and location.
    • edusearch. Edusearch offers users the ability to search by geographical area, program area, degree level, and type of school (campus or online).
    • All Culinary Schools is a college search engine just for culinary schools. It offers users the ability to search or browse by degree or program.
    • Star Chefs. Star Chefs online magazine offers a school search for website visitors to search culinary schools by name, program, and/or state.
    • The Reluctant Gourmet. The Reluctant Gourmet offers an interactive map so users can find a list of culinary schools in a state by simply clicking on that state.
    • Peterson’s. Peterson’s offers one of the best college search tools on the Internet, and has a special section just for the culinary arts.
    • Chef2Chef. Chef2Chef offers browse and search functions by state, popular city, and culinary program.
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    Visit some well-known pastry schools’ websites. Visit the following popular pastry schools’ websites to see if any have a campus in your area. Bookmark any that you plan to consider.
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    Check your bookmarked schools for accreditation. Accreditation means that an accrediting agency recognized by DOE has approved of the school’s curriculum and authorized it to issue degrees. To determine if a school is accredited, search the DOE’s accreditation database to see if the school is listed. If it is not listed, it is not an accredited institution and any degree obtained from it may not be as valuable as one obtained form an accredited institution. Therefore, you may want to consider eliminating any schools what are not accredited from your list of choices. For more information about accreditation and what it means, see the DOE’s Accreditation webpage.
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    Check with college and university review and ranking organizations. There are many online organizations, directories, and companies offering college and university reviews and rankings based on information obtained from students, teachers, and the DOE. If you find a lot of bad reviews for a particular institution, or the school just does not seem right for you, eliminate it as an option. Some websites you may want to consult include:
    • Online Education Database. The Online Education Database (“OEDb”) provides a list of online degree program rankings based on eight factors, including acceptance rate, financial aid, graduation rate, online programs, retention rate, scholarly citations, student-faculty ratio, and years accredited.
    • The College Degrees. The College Degrees websites provides potential students with a database of online degree programs, a top ten programs list, educational articles, and discussion boards.
    • Get Educated. Get Educated provides a wealth of information about various online degree programs and schools, including rankings and student reviews.
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    Gather information from each of the remaining schools. Review each school’s website for information. You may also want to call or fill out a request form for information by mail. Some of the information you want to collect includes:
    • degrees and programs offered
    • tuition and fees
    • locations
    • transferability of credits (it is best to attend a school whose credits will transfer to others)
    • job placement and internship opportunities
    • campus activities (if you will leave on or near campus and wish to participate in extracurricular activities)
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    Compare the schools. Compare the schools, and eliminate all but your top 3 – 5 choices.
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    Get reviews and recommendations for the schools remaining on your list. Talk to friends, neighbors, and colleagues about where they attended college and whether they would recommend that college to someone one else. You can also find online reviews written by students and former students by searching “college reviews” at your favorite search engine, or try one of these review sites:
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    Visit each of the schools you are still considering. If possible, arrange a visit to each of the schools still under consideration. Many colleges offer guided tours for incoming students if you do not feel comfortable wondering around campus on your own.
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    Choose the school that you like the most.
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Perhaps it was a meal you cooked for yourself in your apartment. Perhaps it was a family dinner at a reunion. Perhaps it was a meal you shared with your friend, colleague, spouse, boyfriend or girlfriend. Whatever it was, you didn't enjoy it, and you felt like it was missing something. This small tutorial should help you to enjoy your next meal more, so you can feel like it was complete and filling.

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    Eat slowly : Whatever you're eating, be it Ramen, Spaghetti, Chicken Kiev or other dishes, require a slow and calm approach in order to be fully enjoyed. Put down your fork, knife, chopstick or other utensil between bites and allow yourself time to chew and swallow correctly. The old saying goes, "A moment on the lips, a lifetime on the hips", but you can increase that moment to make the lifetime worthwhile. If your meal is junkfood, you will have a very hard time attempting this step, as all junkfoods like crisps (chips if you're American) are chemically designed to make you reach for more, even when you don't really want more.
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    Savour each bite : This step comes naturally when the previous step has been followed; Take a moment to make a mental note of the flavour, the smell, the texture of what you're eating, and that memory will stay with you and remind you of how good the meal was. Again, this is hard if you're eating junkfood.
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    Don't clean your plate, unless you're starving : Of course, you should wash up after a meal (unless you're in a restaurant), but that's not what I mean. Eating too much will give you that sick, bloated feeling you get when you were full, but you ate more. This will often ruin a good meal, and can leave you feeling sick. Let's face it, all of these steps are hard with junkfood.
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    Be adventurous : If something extra is on your dish, such as a side that you don't normally eat (Horseradish, Mustard, Lemon Sauce etc), or a different dish you haven't tried yet is available, go for it! Often a meal won't feel complete if you haven't tried a little of everything on your plate.
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    Modify your dish : From the very beginning, recipes were made to be altered and tampered with to make new and exciting ones; picture this, an ancient chinese man eating some bland and dry Chicken with Rice adds a little sauce with some pineapple and tomato, and what does he get? Sweet and Sour Chicken, a delicious staple Chinese dish. Even now, that dish is still being modified. Try to alter your meal with some extra sauces, and getting the ratio of flavour varieties right, and you'll end up with your own personal meal that you fine-tuned to your taste buds. Again, dipping a crisp (chip, in America) in Ketchup probably won't do the trick.
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How to Entertain: 4 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow
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Entertaining can be hard but it can come like a breeze to some. Pay attention to well know entertainers and see how they can keep the attention.

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    Be creative. Try to come up with something that nobody has ever seen before. Build off of ideas of others to create something better.
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    Have an inspiration. Build off of the ideas of past entertainers from the 50s, such as James Brown, Elvis Presley, and so on.
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    Make sure you have a way to keep people's attention. Whether it's your clothes or your moves. Have a way to keep everyone's eyes on you.
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Four Methods:Identifying Any Special Needs of Your Particular ShakersFilling Shakers According to Hole Size and AmountPreventing Spillage When RefillingOpening Stubborn Stoppers or Plugs

Filling salt and pepper shakers may or may not be self-evident, depending on the type of shakers used. Even if you think you've got this task sorted, there is always the issue of unwanted spillage while you pour––it's annoying! This article explores a few tricks that will help you to fill shakers with ease.

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Method 1 of 4: Identifying Any Special Needs of Your Particular Shakers

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    Read the instructions accompanying more complicated shakers. If there are various levels or layers to untwist and open out, the shakers likely came with instructions.
    • Scan the instructions to your computer for permanent easy retrieval.
    • Reread these whenever needed to remind you.
    • Follow the instructions for disassembling and reassembling the shakers.
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Method 2 of 4: Filling Shakers According to Hole Size and Amount

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    Fill the right shaker with the right seasoning. This may seem basic but it's actually subject to considerable controversy and depends on your preferences:
    • Some say that salt needs the container with less holes but larger ones, because it's the bigger grain to get through the holes. Others prefer the salt to have more holes but smaller because it allows for more of the seasoning to flavor the dish.
    • Some say that pepper needs to container with larger and more holes because it's a bigger grain that is harder to shake through.
    • The answer probably falls into a gray area––it depends on the size of the grains (really finely ground or chunkier), family/restaurant preference and the tradition you've been raised with. Complicating the answer is the fact that there seem to be different standards in different countries. Go with the flow that works best for you!

Method 3 of 4: Preventing Spillage When Refilling

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    Tape over the base holes of shakers designed for pre-ground salt and pepper. The fine grains will easily slip through when you tip the shaker upside down to fill and the tape will prevent this from happening.
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    Turn the shaker upside down.
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    Fill the shaker with ground salt or pepper. To make this easier, use a small funnel to transfer from the original container to the shaker. A funnel can be purchased from the store or one can be made simply from paper (see How to make a cone or funnel from paper).
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    Fill the shaker just to the top. Leave enough space for movement of the grains through the holes.
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    Pull the tape off the holes. Tip the shakers back up the right way. Done!

Method 4 of 4: Opening Stubborn Stoppers or Plugs

Some stoppers or plugs at the base of shakers can be really hard to budge. While that's great for during use, it's a bother when trying to remove it for a refill. Here are some helpful suggestions:

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    Ease the side of a strong, blunt knife against one side of the stopper or plug. Gently lift the knife up and ease open the stopper. This method is best for hard plastic stoppers; the knife may mark or cut into softer stoppers.
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    Ask a stronger person to open it. In some cases, there is nothing for it but brute force. Get someone who has a strong grip to place their fingers and thumb around the edges of the stopper and to pull really hard a few times. Eventually the stopper will begin to loosen and can be pulled out.
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    Try softening the stopper by washing the shaker in warm water. This will only work if you're happy to let existing contents get washed away. Also, the container needs to be washable, so it's not ideal for untreated wooden shakers.
    • Let the shaker soak for 10 minutes or so in warm water. See if it will ease out while in the water still. If not, proceed to the next step.
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    • Remove from the water and let dry or hand dry with a soft tea towel. Try removing the stopper again; hopefully the warmer water has softened it a little.
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How to Find a Kosher Caterer: 4 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow
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Kosher caterers DO exist, and they're available for Jewish lifecycle events. Here's what you need to know:

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    If you live in a large Jewish community, like Brooklyn, NY, it may be difficult - especially since some kosher caterers have websites and some don't.
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    Make an appointment with the kosher caterer of your choice to see what he or she has to offer, and even ask to taste samples of their foods.
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Yeast is a fun, maintenance free, expanding pet(or cooking tool) that can double in size in a few hours.Yeast can be grown best in warm water, and it is fun to watch expanding.

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    Put the yeast in it.
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    Put some water in it(preferably warm).
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    Put in some of your sugar.
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    Stir with a spoon.
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    Enjoy watching it expand!
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  • A cask is suggested.
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  • If you grow too much, it might overflow.

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  • A bowl, or a flask, or a cask or a glass.
  • Dried yeast.
  • Water.
  • Spoon.
  • Granulated Sugar.

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How to Have a Food Philosophy: 6 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow
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Food philosophies pop up under a lot of different guises and movements and many of them are good things to consider next time you have a meal. Here we will look at a variety of different philosophies as well as how you can make your own.

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    Consider what a food philosophy is. Its mostly a cuisine influenced by certain ideals. There is a lot of different types as well as philosophies which incorporate a lot of ideals, so these may often include:
    • Vegetarian or ethical influences.
    • Medicinal or health focused balance of ingredients.
      • Such as low fat, gluten free, low carbohydrate etc, some are also cultural, like imperial Chinese cuisine focused on the health needs of the patron etc, many international cuisines have a health cuisine. This can also be expanded to balance of spices and herbs with a health focus.
    • Production influences.
      • Such as organic, sustainability issues, low carbon, a seasonal cuisine or supporting local producers etc.
    • Quality and freshness of food and ingredients.
    • Communal food.
      • This can be cooking and preparing as well as eating with family and friends, whether this expands to food communally produced or not, or getting involved in community cooking such as holding food stalls, cultural festivals, volunteer cooking for your local church or social group etc.
    • Comfort food or "feel good" focus.
    • "Knowing" food.
      • This preference wishes to know about the food, where it comes from, who produces it down to the dynamics of production such as soil types, seasonal influences and harvest methods.
    • DIY food.
      • This mostly focuses more on cooking from scratch and making various things (such as breads, preserves etc) by hand.
    • Nostalgia food.
      • This can be an interest in older fashioned recipes and methods which are now rare, or recipes from your childhood.
    • Slow food movement.
      • The slow food movement celebrates many things such as more gentle cooking and a more relaxed dining method.
    • Aesthetics of the food
      • Such as how it is presented as well as what it is served on (dishware and cutlery etc), and considerations such as art (art nouveau cuisine is a good example), structure and garnish, a "wow factor" or colours etc.
    • Elitist movement.
      • This can be selecting certain types of meals due to class focuses (such as not eating the more older peasant style dishes, or everyday dishes eaten by the ordinary person), it can be expanded to buying foods endorsed by "experts".
    • There are however many more.
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    Consider what you personally feel in the foods you select. You may already be operating under a food philosophy of type, aside from your personal food tastes and preferences.
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    Consider the benefits and disadvantages of incorporating different philosophies.
    • Some advantages are that it can expand your horizons in cooking and dining methods as well as as gain an insight into different cultures. It can introduce you to new ideas and methods that could introduce more interest, fun and enjoyment into your cooking as well as meet new friends.
    • The disadvantage is it can work exactly the opposite way, such as isolating you from people who do not have a food philosophy, or creating prejudice for those who don't have a philosophy.
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    Try to incorporate aspects which have the most long term benefit to you and your family. It might be to reduce meat for ethical or health reasons, it might be to occasionally visit a farming town to learn how food is produced as well as try some locally made food. It might be to encourage a sense of community by inviting your neighbours around for a meal or expand your knowledge of other cultures etc.
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    Try to consider ways to avoid how a philosophy could be a disadvantage as well as how you can avoid these disadvantages.
    • A common trap is a case where a person buys "the best" simply because it is said to be the best, without actually knowing why it is good or what makes the other inferior. There can be quite a degree of ignorance and influence easily by celebrity chefs so this person might easily be taken advantage of (as they might not know the difference), or pay more for something they could easily make themselves, or pay more for a same quality product just because of the endorsement, or miss out on many good cuisines that are not "endorsed"
    • Another trap is a person who focuses too much of one just type of cuisine - such as solely comfort food may compromise their health, or live in a very small range of dishes and repertoire.
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    Look into social groups that may be of a similar philosophy. Many of these operate social groups be they trips to producers, or a nice place in the country to visit for a meal, or cooking classes etc.
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How to Identify Food Grade Buckets: 4 Steps - wikiHow
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Storing foods in plastic buckets can be helpful in numerous ways. Plastic buckets allow you to store large amounts of bulk foods like grains and dried beans in lightweight containers for emergency preparedness. Using plastic containers will also allow you to buy cheaper bulk food and store it in an insect-proof and airtight container. However, not all plastics are safe for use with food; some plastics can leach harmful compounds into your food. To avoid this problem, you'll need to learn how to identify food grade buckets before using them.

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    Check the recycling symbol on the bottom of the bucket. The quickest and most reliable way to check for food safety is by consulting the recycling number. This number will be between 1 and 7 and will be stamped inside a triangle of arrows. As a general rule, the numbers that are safe for use with food are 1, 2, 4, and 5.
    • The best type of plastic for use in long-term food storage is high-density polyethylene (HDPE), which is indicated by the "2" symbol. HDPE is one of the most stable and inert forms of plastic, and all plastic buckets sold specifically for food storage will be made from this material.
    • Other types of plastic acceptable for food storage include PETE, LDPE, and polypropylene (PP). These plastics are represented by the numbers 1, 4, and 5 respectively.
    • An exception to this rule is bio-plastics, which are categorized under the catch-all symbol "7." Bio-plastics are plastic-like materials that are synthesized from plant-based sources such as corn. These materials are nonreactive and can be used to store food, but note that not all plastics marked as "7" are bio-plastics.
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    Examine any food-handling symbols imprinted on the plastic bucket. A standardized system of symbols is used on plastics to indicate their appropriate uses around food. A symbol depicting a cup and fork means that the plastic is safe for storing food, and is therefore a food grade bucket. Other symbols include radiating waves meaning "microwave-safe," a snowflake meaning "freezer-safe," and dishes in water meaning "dishwasher-safe."
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    Consult the label on the plastic buckets. If the buckets still have a price tag, manufacturer's label, or other identifying tag on them, you can consult this tag to determine if the plastic is food grade. Food grade buckets will nearly always be marked as such, because they are often more expensive to produce and thus can be sold at a premium. If the tag is missing, you may be able to contact the manufacturer and ask about the buckets they produce to determine if yours is food grade.
  4. 4
    Utilize buckets that have previously been used to store food. If a plastic bucket was initially designed for food storage, then it is a good bet that it is suitable for storing your own bulk foods.
    • For example, many bakeries receive frosting and other ingredients in large plastic buckets, often of 5 gallon (19 L) capacity. These bakeries may be willing to donate or sell their empty buckets to you, after which you can clean them and use them for food storage.
    • Smaller plastic containers should be exempted from this rule. For example, bottled water is often packaged using PETE (with the designation "1"), which is designed to be used once and then recycled. PETE is initially food safe, but may break down and release harmful compounds if continually reused.
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How to Learn About Your Food with Fooducate: 8 Steps - wikiHow
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Trying to lose weight? Maybe not trying to lose weight, but you want to eat healthier? The only way to do it is to educate yourself about what you are eating. Fooducate is an app for iPhones and iPads that can do that!

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Steps

  1. 1
    Go to the iTunes store and get the app. There is a free version to get you started, or if you want to do more with it, you can purchase it.
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    Create an account. It will ask you quite a few questions. Be sure you answer as truthfully as you can. It will only help you.
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    Look at the home page.
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    Start out with the Health Tracker. You can add what you have eaten, drank, and burned (as in exercise). You can also write notes, if you need to, and note your weight.
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    Go over to Browse. Select a category, like Cold Cereals, and start viewing the options made available. You can view them by the 'Top graded' ones, the Popular ones, or your Recent ones. The top graded ones are your options from the healthier end of the scale to unhealthy.
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    To see what type of information you can find out about your food, try picking something that you thought was healthy, but it has a lower grade. For this article, a Kashi cereal will be chosen.
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    Press the arrow at the right of the screen of your choice. This will take you to the first screen where it tells you things about the cereal. This cereal:
    • May help manage your cholesterol
    • Is worth 5 FoodPoints (for those who give their food points)
    • Has lots of fiber
    • Has a high probability of GMOs (Part of the reason for the low grade)
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    Press the arrow at the right of the screen. It will take you to dietary information on the product.
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How to Learn to Cook with Cooking Classes: 9 Steps
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Cooking is an art. Just like other things you get involved in such as a hobby you get better over time. So, be patient!

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    Choose a cooking class. Look at night classes and cooking schools for classes that are being offered. Those run by chefs will be most expensive and likely to be more complicated, while those run by adult education classes will be cheaper and probably less complicated.
    • Choose one according to your budget and how fun you think it'll be.
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    Pay for the classes and get all the materials needed, such as cookbooks, apron, notebooks, etc. Turning up unprepared to your first lesson will waste time and might cause you to have to sit it out.
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    Attend all of the cooking classes. Missing some can cause you to miss vital lessons in what to do when cooking.
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    Keep good notes. You won't remember everything you do, so keep a good record of things as you learn and do them. Write up notes straight after class if you can't write them during class; just do it while you're fresh.
    • Also start to learn techniques and recipes off by heart. This is what real chefs do.
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    Be hygienic. Be prepared to wash your hands a lot and to keep all equipment clean. Practice safe food handling methods. if you're not sure, ask or read up about this aspect.
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    Ask questions. Don't be afraid to ask questions, even if it seems inane. There are many reasons behind why techniques are used but the chef may forget to explain them.
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    Get used to the principal ingredients used for particular dishes, as well as the terminology for techniques. Do a lot of reading at home in between classes.
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    Practice. After classes, try the dishes and techniques that you've learned in your home environment. See if you can replicate what you learned in class.
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    Sit any tests offered. If you want to cook under competition or test constraints, to get a certificate perhaps, see what is on offer.
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How to Make a Chocolate Cake in a Pressure Cooker: 13 Steps
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Baking a chocolate is great fun and the outcome is delicious! Have you ever considered making a chocolate cake using a pressure cooker?

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 a cup of flour
  • 1/2 a cup of sugar
  • 4 tsp of coco powder
  • 1/2 tsp of baking powder
  • 1/2 a cup of oil
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp of vanilla essence

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    Break 2 eggs in a bowl and beat it well.
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    Add 1 tsp of vanilla essence and 1/2 a cup of oil and beat it well.
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    Add flour little by little and beat it until the batter becomes smooth.
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    Add 1/2 a cup of baking powder and 1/2 a cup of sugar. Mix it well and beat it until it becomes smooth.
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    Add 4 tsp's of coco powder and mix until it looks like a liquid chocolate.
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    Take a tin suitable for the pressure cooker and grease it with oil.
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    Add flour little by little above the oil in the tin.
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    Pour the batter into the tin.
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    Preheat for 5 minutes on high temperature.
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    Place the cake mixture into the pressure cooker.
    • Leave on a low heat for approximately 25-30 minutes.
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    After 25 minutes, open the pressure cooker and put a knife in the center of the cake.
    • If it the cake mixture sticks to the knife, place the cake back into the pressure cooker for an extra 5-10 minutes.
    • If there is no mixture on your knife, your cake is cooked.
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    Remove the cake from the tin.
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    Plate up, and serve.
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How to Make a Bake Sale Stand Stall: 3 Steps - wikiHow
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This article will help not build a amature stall but will let you earn reasonable money with great product's and presented immaculate.

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    Firstly,you need to know the purpose of your bake stall it may be for charity wich you will need thier charity number or if its a buissness stall you will need a license otherwise you could suffer a fine.You may need a baking license to let the council know the circumstances your`e working in.
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    Next,you need to build the stand you can build it wich is more advanced or just have a structure with is a table with a banner remember you can create you`re own logo or include again the charity logo if you are raising money for a charity.
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    Presenting and the baking bit is easy search resipes or you can buy magazines:-) :-$
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How to Make a Brazilian Danoninho: 4 Steps - wikiHow
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So, you've already heard about the "magical" Brazilian Danoninho, but have never had the chance to taste it, huh? Don't worry! Though this is not the factory made one, it's one as tasty as that! Read on!

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup of Sweetened Condensed Milk;
  • 1 cup of Yogurt (one that is favored with the flavor that you want your recipe to be)
    • Danoninho is usually strawberry flavored.
  • 1 bag of powdered juice (with the same flavor as your yogurt);
  • 2 cups of whipped cream.

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    Blend it all up;
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    Pour it into a tray (or wherever you want to);
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    Put it into the fridge and leave it there for at least 30 minutes;
    • The more it stays there, the thicker it will get.
    • You can add extra ingredients to it so it gets tastier!
    • Chocolate candies are one of the BEST options! They fit extremely well with Danoninho.
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    Enjoy!
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  • This recipe is designed for 4 people. If you want something bigger, you'll need twice as many ingredients.
  • If you leave the dessert on the fridge for too long, it will become a strawberry ice cream.
  • You can add extra ingredients to it, so it gets tastier!
  • Danoninho is a Portuguese word. It's pronounced like "daniniño", in Spanish.
  • Danoninho is a brand name. It's actually a petit suisse cheese with strawberry pulp.
  • Innovate! Your mind can be smarter than you think...
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  • DO NOT take it out of the fridge before 30 minutes, or else it will be like "water".

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How to Make a Patty Melt: 19 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow
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Three Parts:Caramelizing OnionsCooking the PattyAssembling the Patty Melt

The patty melt is a classic diner food that combines elements of the burger, the Reuben and the grilled cheese. You can create authentic patty melts at home with good ingredients and plenty of butter.

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Part 1 of 3: Caramelizing Onions

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    Set two heavy skillets on your stovetop. Seasoned cast iron skillets are best, because they impart flavors similar to those in a dinner grill. Turn one burner to medium heat.
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    Cut an onion in half. Slice it into rings. A quarter of an onion per sandwich is required.
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    Melt two tbsp. of butter in the first skillet. You can also use olive oil or canola oil in place of butter.
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    Place your onion rings in the skillet. Stir them around until they are covered in oil or butter. Then, allow them to cook without stirring for 10 minutes.
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    Flip the onions onto the opposite side with a spatula. Let them cook without stirring on this side for 10 minutes.
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    Turn the onions again. Adjust the temperature to a low setting. Stir them occasionally until they appear caramelized, approximately 15 minutes.

Part 2 of 3: Cooking the Patty

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    Place one-quarter lb. (113g) of ground beef in a bowl. You will need one-quarter lb. per patty melt.
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    Add salt, pepper, and a few dashes of Worcestershire sauce to the bowl and mix the ingredients together.
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    Find a rectangle shaped Tupperware container to use as your patty shaper. Grease it with cooking spray. Press the patty into the bottom of the rectangle container to form a patty that will cover your entire slice of bread.
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    Heat the other skillet to high heat. Add two tbsp. (28.4g) of butter or oil to the skillet when it is heated.
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    Flip your container upside down and pat it onto a plate. Your pressed patty should be ready to cook.
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    Add the patty to your heated skillet. Leave it until a crust starts to form, approximately two minutes later.
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    Flip the patty with a spatula. Give it two to three minutes to cook on the other side. When it is done, place it on a plate nearby.[1]

Part 3 of 3: Assembling the Patty Melt

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    Clean one of your skillets with a paper towel. Make sure there aren’t any burned bits that will change the taste of your sandwich.
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    Heat two tbsp. (28.4g) of butter on medium heat.
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    Assemble the sandwich. Stack in this order: piece of rye bread, slice of Swiss cheese, burger patty, caramelized onions, slice of Swiss cheese and slice of rye bread.
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    Add the sandwich to the skillet. Grill one side until it is golden brown. Remove it and place it on your plate.
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    Melt two more tbsp. (28.4g) of butter. Flip the sandwich and grill the other side in the butter.
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    Remove it when both pieces of bread are toasted golden brown and the cheese has melted.
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  • If the sandwiches aren't going to be immediately taken from the pan and eaten, turn off the heat and tent with tin foil to keep the sandwiches warm and keep them from drying out.
  • Once assembled in the pan, give the sandwich a nice press with the spatula to make sure the cheese and other ingredients are properly combined.
  • Swiss cheese can be replaced with American, Cheddar, or any other type of cheese desired.
  • The sandwich needs a good, sturdy bread like Rye, but you can also experiment with other types - Rye/Pumpernickel marbled bread works particularly well and adds a nice flavor.
  • For extra flavor, add Thousand Island dressing to the inside of the rye bread slices when they assemble a patty melt,[2] or, alternatively, serve a dollop or small cup of dressing (or even ketchup) on the side for "dipping".
  • You can also toast the bread on both sides for a sturdier sandwich - toast the bread by itself in the pan on one side, flip, and then add the ingredients to assemble in the pan. If the pan is not large enough to toast the tops and bottom at once, you can do them one or two at a time and place them with the cooked patties to stay warm while you do the remaining bread. It always tastes best to assemble in the pan as the final step.
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  • Onion
  • Ground beef
  • Butter/olive oil
  • Swiss cheese
  • Rye bread
  • Worcestershire sauce
  • Skillets
  • Stove
  • Spatula

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How to Make a Lunchbox: 6 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow
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want to make a strong, cool, popular-magnet lunchbox? well, when you make a lunch box, you have to be willing to take time out of your day to do it. it'll take more than just a couple minutes. I don't know how long, it depends on how long it takes for you to work. I hope your ready artist. now read the steps below to make that lunchbox.

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    find a card-board box the size that you want your lunchbox (make sure all the side are whole and the box open on one side only).
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    find some strong duck tape that's going to blend in you lunch box ,and go to the end of it and place your biggest finger on it (finger-tip on inside).
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    make a mark with pencil where your finger-tip is and make a fold exactly there.
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    tape the rest of the tape on both the open part of the box, and the part of the box where the open part and non-open part meet.
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    put a handle or straps (so it can go on your back) on the lunch box.
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    decorate, and your done making it!!!!! the rest is all you !!!!!! You can even duck tape the lunchbox (not the piece of tape your biggest finger long)!!!!!!! Bone appetite!!!
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  • !!!!!!warning!!!!! this lunchbox is not water proof!!! if it get too wet you'll have to remake it!!!

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  • cardboard box, duck tape (can be decorated), your biggest finger, pencil, and lunch!!!

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How to Make a Mexican Bean Toast: 6 Steps - wikiHow
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    Take sliced Bread, tin-packed Beans, chopped Onions, chopped Capsicum, Olives, 2 teaspoon Oil, Cumin seeds, 1/2 teaspoon Garlic paste, Tomato ketchup, red chilli powder, salt & blocks of processed Cheese.
  2. 2
    Heat 2 tsp Oil in a pan. Add Cumin seeds to the oil and let it splurt. Then add half teaspoon Garlic paste to it and let it turn golden. Then add chopped Onions to it and saute. Once they turn translucent, add Tomato ketchup and tin-packed Beans to it. Add red chilli powder and salt. Let it cook. Once the preparation is cooked, turn off gas and let the whole thing cool.
  3. 3
    Put Bread slices in a pop-up Toaster and toast them until they turn golden-brown and then let them cool.
  4. 4
    Take bread toasts and spread the Bean preparation over them. Sprinkle chopped Capsicum and Olives on it. Grate a block of processed Cheese and sprinkle loads of grated Cheese over the preparation.
  5. 5
    Place the whole thing in a pre-heated Oven or a Gas tandoor and let it grill.
  6. 6
    Once you see the Cheese melt, take it out and finally Hot and Spicy Mexican Bean Toast would be ready to savour.
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  • You can garnish Mexican Bean Toast with Chilli flakes, Parsley, Oregano or other such herbs to make it tastier.

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  • Let the Bean preparation cool down before spreading it over the toast otherwise the toast might become soggy.

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Are you interested in the Japanese culture? Want to treat your friends to a fun and tasty Japanese experience? Come along as we construct a one-day Japanese cafe. Learn how to save and serve, while still having fun!

Your Cafe

  1. 1
    Figure out how to take care of your guests: how many customers you predict, what you will serve and the atmosphere of your decoration and seating. This will all contribute to your budget.
  2. 2
    Sketch designs.
    • Plan out where and when your restaurant will open. Design the inside of your cafe on paper, in comparison to the actual size. The inside of your cafe is where your customers will be spending their time, therefore the atmosphere of this room is essential. The sketch will allow you to get an idea of what you will decorate the room with and where to put your decorations. It will also allow you to understand where things will go and the size, to make sure they fit.
  3. 3
    Buy supplies.
    • One thing to make sure you do not do is to impulse buy! Only purchase things within your budget. Propose a menu and decide what else you will decorate your cafe with. Will you make them? - tables, chairs, etc. Once that has been worked out, buy the supplies, and start building! After that, make the food from the menu. Finally, open your cafe!
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How to Make a Vegetable Mix - wikiHow
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A vegetable mix is exactly what it sounds like: A mix of vegetables. In this article, you will learn how to make a Bengali influenced vegetable mix.

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  • Carrots
  • Eggplant
  • Cauliflower
  • Mint
  • Spinach

Preparing the Ingredients

  1. Gather the ingredients.
  2. Wash the vegetables well.
  3. Cut them up into bite-sized pieces.
  4. Prep the spices.
  5. Remember to have a pan nearby too!

Cooking the Mix

  1. Turn on the stove to medium heat and place the pan.
  2. Pour oil in the pan. Be careful in this step, Okay?
  3. While the oil heats up, quickly toss in the freshly cut veggies into a medium deep bowl and toss in the spices.
  4. Stir up the mix.
  5. When the warm oil is ready, Add some bay leaves.
  6. Then add the mix.
  7. Keep stirring from time to time. Time to time. You can spread the heat by distributing it, but don't stir it too much. You don't want to crumble the mix!

Serving the veggies

  1. Get a simple white bowl. Remove the bay leaves. Pour the mix.
  2. Finished.

Tips

  • Serving with Roti gives it an authentic Bengali look.

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4 Ways to Make a Marzipan Menagerie - wikiHow
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Four Methods:MonkeyElephantGiraffeLion

Menagerie-a collection of wild or unusual animals, especially for exhibition. This article explains how to make a menagerie of animals in detail. Originally by Martha Stewart.

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Ingredients

  • Marzipan Almond Paste
    • Brown
    • Plain
    • Grey
    • Black

Method 1 of 4: Monkey

  1. 1
    Using. brown Marzipan construct a head, arms, legs and a torso. Using undyed marzipan, construct face, ears, hands, and feet. With any excess brown marzipan, mold eyes for your monkey.
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  2. 2
    Attach. monkey's arms and legs to torso.
  3. 3
    Attach. face and ears to monkey head. Gently Press hands and feet to Monkey arms and legs.
  4. 4
    Press. eyes to Monkey's face, attach head to body, and fix monkey in a sitting position.
  5. 5
    Refrigerate.

Method 2 of 4: Elephant

  1. 1
    Use. grey Marzipan to mold ears, 4 legs, a tail, a trunk, a torso, and a head.
  2. 2
    Attach. legs and tail to elephant's torso in a sitting position. Also mold trunk and ears to the elephant's head.
  3. 3
    Fix. the elephant head onto the body, and using black Marzipan mold two eyes and attach them on.
  4. 4
    Refrigerate.

Method 3 of 4: Giraffe

  1. 1
    Mold. a short tail, 4 legs, a torso, a neck, and a head.
  2. 2
    Attach. legs to torso (see tips), attach head to neck. Let dry(to harden legs into place).
  3. 3
    Attach. neck to torso and tail to back.
  4. 4
    Use. brown Marzipan to mold eyes and spots. Make spots abstract and slightly squared, in different sizes.
  5. 5
    Refrigerate.

Method 4 of 4: Lion

  1. 1
    Create. a torso, tail, 4 legs, a turnip-shaped head, and a lion's mane using undyed Marzipan.
  2. 2
    Stick. tail and legs to torso and wrap lion's mane around the head. Set lion in a lying position.
  3. 3
    Attach. head to torso, and using any excess brown Marzipan make two eyes and a nose. Gently press eyes and nose on.
  4. 4
    Refrigerate.
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  • Elephant: Make front legs slightly shorter and thicker than back legs to support the elephant in a seated position.
  • Lion: Attach legs to body in standing position, then fold legs under to have lion sit or lie down.
  • Giraffe: Use a pencil or rolled-up piece of paper to hold legs in position while they firm up.
  • Monkey: Use a skewer to form an indent on top edge of the face piece to create a widow’s peak.
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How to Make Blue Food Colouring: 6 Steps - wikiHow
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  1. 1
    Buy some Murder Motel Twisted Guts. These are available at Lidl at Halloween. This is basically blue, orange, pink and white marshmallows all swirled together.
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  2. 2
    Peel off the blue marshmallow strip.
  3. 3
    Put it in a cup and microwave it for a few seconds until it's melted. Don't worry if it's a bit burned, it will still work.
  4. 4
    Add some water to the blue marshmallow mixture.
  5. 5
    Mix it up and take the remaining hard marshmallow lumps out.
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How to Make Almond Paste: 16 Steps - wikiHow
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Almond paste is commonly used as filling for various cookies and pastries. It can be hard to find in some grocery stores, and when you do find it, the cost might be more than you're willing to pay. Luckily, you can make your own almond paste at home in only a few simple steps.

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Ingredients

Standard Almond Paste

Makes 24 servings

  • 1.5 cups (375 ml) whole almonds
  • 1.5 cups (375 ml) confectioners' sugar
  • 1 egg white
  • 1.5 tsp (7.5 ml) almond extract
  • 1/4 tsp (1.25 ml) salt
  • 2 Tbsp (30 ml) butter (optional)

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Makes 24 servings

  • 1.5 cups (375 ml) almond flour
  • 1.5 cups (375 ml) powdered sugar
  • 1 to 2 tsp (5 to 10 ml) almond extract
  • 1 egg white

Part 1 of 3: Blanch the Almonds[1]

  1. 1
    Bring water to a boil. Fill a small saucepan 2/3 full with water. Warm this water on the stove on high, heating it until it reaches a rolling boil.
    • You need to blanch the almonds in order to remove the skins. Do not leave the skins on when making almond paste, since the final product will be coarser and grainier if you do.
    • Note that if you buy pre-blanched almonds, the skins will already be removed and you can skip over this entire portion of the process.
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  2. 2
    Boil the almonds. Place your almonds into the water and blanch them for 1 minute.
    • It is absolutely crucial that you do not boil the almonds for any longer than this. If you do, they will start to soften. You only want to loosen the skins from the almonds, not cook them completely.
    • Add all the almonds at once instead of working in batches.
  3. 3
    Drain and cool the almonds. Immediately remove the almonds from the heat and pour the contents of the saucepan through a colander or strainer. Rinse them with cold, running water to stop the cooking process.
    • Blot the almonds dry with a paper towel once they cool down. They do not need to be perfectly dry, but they should not be dripping wet.
    • Note that the skins of the almonds should look shriveled at this point, but the almonds themselves should still feel hard.
  4. 4
    Squeeze the skin off. Pick up an almond from one end of the nut, pinching it between your index finger and thumb. Carefully squeeze the bottom of the almond, forcing the nut up and out of the loosened skin.
    • Repeat this process with each almond.
    • Do not squeeze the almonds with too much force. They can easily shoot out of their skins and across the room if you aren't careful.
  5. 5
    Dry completely. Spread the almonds out on a clean kitchen counter and let them air dry for a few hours, or until they feel completely dry.
    • To speed up the drying process, pat them with clean paper towels to remove most of the excess water. Instead of laying them directly on the counter, spread them over one or two layers of clean paper towels to help absorb any of the remaining water.

Part 2 of 3: Make the Paste[2][3]

  1. 1
    Ground the almonds using a food processor. Place your blanched almonds in a food processor, cover the machine, and process at high speed until it develops a smooth consistency.
    • The consistency of the ground almonds should be similar to a coarse-grain flour. They do not need to be a fine powder, but you should not be able to see any noticeable chunks of almond.
    • If you notice that the almonds are grounding unevenly in the food processor, pause it and stir with a spatula before starting the machine back up again.
    • Use a blender if you do not have a food processor.
  2. 2
    Add the other ingredients. Add the powdered sugar, egg white, almond extract, and salt to the food processor, along with the ground almonds. Cover the machine again and process at high speed until smooth and evenly blended.
    • Depending on the strength of your food processor, it could take 10 minutes or more before an actual paste forms.
    • When you are finished processing the ingredients, a thick clay-like paste should form inside the machine.
  3. 3
    Divide the almond paste into portions. Scoop out the almond paste in 1/2 cup (125 ml) portions. Use your hands to shape these portions into balls or loaves.
  4. 4
    Wrap the almond paste in plastic wrap. Center each portion in the middle of a sheet of plastic wrap and wrap the almond paste tightly. Place each wrapped portion into an airtight container and label it with the contents, amount, and date.
    • Labeling the container will make it easier to keep track of how long the almond paste has been in storage.
    • You could simply use a covering of plastic wrap, or you could skip the plastic wrap and place the almond paste in a resealable plastic bag or plastic container. Doubling up is not necessary, but it does improve the freshness and longevity of the almond paste as time passes.
  5. 5
    Store it in cool temperatures. You can either refrigerate or freeze almond paste. In the refrigerator, it should last for 1 month. In the freezer, it should last for 3 months.
  6. 6
    Knead the butter in before using it, if desired. Butter is not an essential ingredient, but adding it into the almond paste can make the final product smoother and less sticky. Wait until you are ready to use the almond paste before kneading the butter in.
    • Soften the butter and cut it into small cubes.
    • Roll out the almond paste and scatter the butter on top.
    • Fold and knead the almond paste and butter to combine them. Stop once you can no longer see any visible traces of butter left behind.

Part 3 of 3: Shortcut Version[4]

  1. 1
    Combine the almond flour and powdered sugar. Place the almond flour and powdered sugar into a food processor and pulse it quickly to blend the two ingredients together.
    • In doing this, you should also be able to break up any clumps, which will ensure that your final product is as smooth as possible.
    • Note that you could use almond meal instead of almond flour if the former is all you can find.
    • Alternatively, you could sift the almond flour and powdered sugar together to blend them and remove any lumps. Since you will still need to use a food processor, though, using a sifter may be more work than it is worth.
    • If you do not have a food processor, a blender could used instead.
  2. 2
    Add the almond extract. Add 1 tsp (5 ml) almond extract to the food processor and pulse to combine it with the almond flour mixture.
    • Taste the mixture. If the almond taste is not strong enough for you, add another 1 to 2 tsp (5 to 10 ml) of almond extract.
    • It is important that you balance the flavor of the almond paste now before moving onto the next step, which involves the use of a egg white. Uncooked eggs are hazardous to consume.
  3. 3
    Add the egg white. Lightly beat the egg white with a fork or whisk. Pour it into the contents of the food processor. Process the ingredients at a medium speed for a full 2 minutes.
    • When done, the almond paste inside the machine should be smooth and naturally formed into a clay-like ball.
    • If the dough still feels sticky, add another 1 Tbsp (15 ml) of almond flour and process until thoroughly combined.
  4. 4
    Wrap the almond paste in plastic wrap. Take the ball of almond paste out of the food processor and wrap it tightly in plastic wrap. Place it into a resealable plastic bag or airtight container, and label the container with the contents and date.
    • You do not need to double your packaging if you do not want to do so, but doubling the packaging can keep the almond paste fresher for a longer period of time.
    • If you anticipate using the almond paste in batches, you can divide it into individual portions ahead of time and package those portions separately. This is not necessary, though.
  5. 5
    Store in the refrigerator. Place the wrapped almond paste in your refrigerator and store it there for up to 1 month.
    • If you want to save the almond paste for a longer period of time, freeze it. When frozen, almond paste retains its quality for about 3 months.
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  • Note that in spite of their similarities, almond paste and marzipan are not the same thing. The ratio of almonds to confectioners sugar, among other ingredients, differs between the two. Marzipan is also sweeter and is usually used as a candy or cake decoration, while almond paste is usually used as a filling.[5]
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  • Small saucepan
  • Colander
  • Paper towels
  • Food processor or blender
  • Plastic wrap
  • Resealable plastic bag or airtight container
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How to Make Cashew Butter: 8 Steps - wikiHow
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hey guys a lot of you love cashews will how about try to make cashew butter you will love and you will eat it kidding you dont have to eat if you dont want to. So lets get started

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  1. 1
    the ingredients you will need are, 3 cups of yummy roasted good cashews and it has to be unsalted, 4tbs of walnut oil, 1 and a half teaspoon of salt. and 2tbs of honey.
  2. 2
    place the rosted cashews into a blender container.
  3. 3
    set the blender to medium speed while it is going add the walnut and the honey a little at a time
  4. 4
    turn the blender off and use a spatula{the most safest} to scrape of the sides.
  5. 5
    turn it back on and add some walnut oil as you going a teaspoon at a time.
  6. 6
    add some addition of some honey are some salt but do it the way you like it.
  7. 7
    place the cashew butter in a container and put it into the refraigtar till your ready to use it
  8. 8
    now you have your yummy cashew butter.
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  • if dont have walnut oil you can use vegtable oil.
  • try to add other taste like cinnomen.

Warnings

  • not any test is ok to put in your cashew butter.

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How to Make Celeriac Mash: 5 Steps - wikiHow
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Celeriac is a variety of celery that comes in a bulbous form. It's tasty and turning it into a mash makes it an ideal addition for special occasion meals or just for a warming side dish any time.

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Ingredients

  • 800g potatoes, peeled and chopped in small chunks
  • 1kg celeriac, peeled and chopped in small chunks
  • 1/2 cup cream, heated (non-dairy can be substituted)
  • 60g butter (softened) or olive oil

Steps

  1. 1
    Cook the potatoes and the celeriac, separately. Either boil, steam, or microwave them until tender.
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  2. 2
    Drain the water if applicable.
  3. 3
    Place the cooked pieces of potato and celeriac into a large mixing bowl. Mash them together well.
  4. 4
    Add the cream and butter. Stir through thoroughly.
  5. 5
    Serve warm.
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  • 2 saucepans or microwave dishes for cooking
  • Water for boiling or steaming
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Masher
  • Spoon for stirring cream and butter
  • Scoop for serving

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How to Make Couscous with Salmon and Zucchini: 12 Steps - wikiHow
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Looking to impress some friends with a delicious meal? Look no further, this plate of food will knock their socks off with its myriad of flavors. The following Couscous recipe is a twist on several dishes popular in the Basque region of the South of France. The ingredients include onions, bell peppers, zucchini, and salmon (as well as a few other things). So put on your chef hat, apron, and turn on those taste buds - à la cuisine!


The recipe as presented serves approximately four.

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Ingredients

  • 1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 to 2 onions (depending on taste preferences), thinly sliced
  • 3 to 4 cloves of garlic chopped
  • Piment d'espelette powder to taste (note: this piment can be difficult to find - if unavailable use red chili flakes instead)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 red bell peppers cut into julienne (vertical strips)
  • 2 yellow bell peppers cut into julienne
  • 1 tomato diced
  • 1 cup of white wine
  • 1 cup instant couscous
  • 1 cup of boiling water
  • 1 - 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 zuchinni halved lengthwise and cut in 1/4 inch slices
  • 4 salmon fillets washed and patted dry (can be a one to two pound fillet cut into four slices)
  • Half a lemon (optional)
  • Finely chopped parsley for garnish

Steps

  1. 1
    Set up your plates somewhere accessible before you start. This allows you to plate the food right away once it's finished cooking.
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  2. 2
    Add olive oil to your skillet and preheat. Add the onions and a few pinches of piment, and sauté on medium heat until onions are transparent in color.
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    Add the garlic, salt and pepper to taste. Sauté for 1 to 2 minutes (be sure to stir every now and then when sautéing ingredients).
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    Add the bell peppers and simmer on low - medium heat until they become tender and have released their juices. This may take 15 to 30 minutes (give or take) depending on the strength of your stove. Make sure to keep an eye on the vegetables while they simmer, you don't want your onions to burn. Stir as needed.
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    Add the diced tomatoes and the cup of white wine. Cover and simmer on low heat until tender. Let it simmer for a good 20 to 40 minutes. This allows the white wine to permeate the vegetables and creates a nice flavor.
  6. 6
    Approximately ten minutes before the sauce is ready, boil the 1 cup of water and butter in the small saucepan over high heat. While the water is coming to a boil, place the couscous in a bowl.
  7. 7
    Directly after the water in the small saucepan has come to a boil, pour over the couscous and stir. Cover the bowl with a kitchen towel and let sit for 5 to 10 minutes, or until the couscous has absorbed the water. When the water is absorbed gently fluff the couscous with a fork. While the couscous sits, add the zucchini to the vegetable sauce, and heat 1 - 2 tablespoons of olive over high heat in second skillet.
  8. 8
    Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper, and drizzle with lemon. Add the fillets to the pan skin side down, and reduced to medium - low heat. Cook the fillets for approximately 7 minutes until cooked 3/4 of the way through. Turn fillets and cook for 3 minutes or until slightly pink in the center.
  9. 9
    Start plating your dishes while the salmon is cooking. Begin by serving a portion of couscous on each plate.
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    Add the sauce over each portion of couscous. Be sure to give each plate an equal amount of sauce and vegetables, but don't drown the couscous in sauce either!
  11. 11
    Serve the salmon directly after it's finished cooking. Place each fillet of salmon over the sauce and couscous, and center nicely.
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    Finish by sprinkling some parsley on top and adding a quick squeeze of lemon. Serve and enjoy!
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  • Read all of the instructions before you begin cooking; near the end many of the steps occur simultaneously or within minutes of each other (and overlap). You don't want to feel too frazzled, so look in advance and plan accordingly.
  • Be sure to taste your sauce throughout the cooking time! Many people make the mistake of serving without testing their sauce - you don't want to find that it's lacking in salt or pepper while your eating it with your family and friends.
  • Use a timer to help you discern between various steps - that way you are reminded when you need to change the heat, add ingredients, etc.
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  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups
  • Medium sized French style skillet (for sauce and another skillet for the salmon)
  • Small saucepan
  • Medium to large sized bowl

Sources and Citations

  • "How to Cook Couscous." The Kitchn. N.p., n.d. Web. 08 Apr. 2014
  • "Seared Salmon Fillet." Recipe : Food Network. N.p., n.d. Web. 08 Apr. 2014

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How to Make Fried Zucchini with Meat: 12 Steps - wikiHow
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If somebody is coming over, whether it be for business or pleasure, wow them with this delicious and easy meal.

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Ingredients

  • Olive oil
  • Butter
  • Mushrooms
  • Onions
  • Meat cut into thin slices
  • Zucchini

Steps

  1. 1
    Put the pan on the stove and light it.
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    Take the zucchini and cut it into medium-sized pieces. They should be long but thick. The slices should look like the picture.
  3. 3
    Take the olive oil and pour it onto the warmed pan. Be sure to put only enough to keep the zucchini from sticking. Rub it around to the edges with a spoon. If the stove crackles or pops, this is a normal reaction to olive oil.
  4. 4
    Take the butter and spread it onto the pan. It should fully melt, and be sure to spread it around all corners like the olive oil.
  5. 5
    Take the zucchini slices and place some on the pan. If all don't fit, it is okay.
  6. 6
    When the zucchini seems fully cooked on one side, take the prongs and flip the slices over onto the other side.
  7. 7
    When you think both sides are done, pick the pan up and tilt it from side to side. This rubs the flavor of the oil and butter into them. Put the zucchini slices onto a plate and put them to the side.
  8. 8
    Take the meat slices and put them on the pan. If you think the pan needs more oil or butter, put it on.
  9. 9
    Repeat steps 4-6 with the meat.
  10. 10
    Put the mushrooms on the pan after re-oiling it and repeat steps 4-6 with them.
  11. 11
    Cut the onions into thin slices and repeat steps 4-6.
  12. 12
    Put the meat, onions, mushrooms, and zucchini on however many plates needed to serve your guests.
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  • Low-sided pan
  • Spoon
  • Prongs
  • Plates

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How to Make Dhido (Nepali Cuisine): 6 Steps - wikiHow
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Dhido (also spelled Dhindo by some[1]) is a traditional Nepali cuisine prepared mostly in the hilly and Himalayan region of Nepal. People who live in this high attitude area believe that Dhido warms them up. So, they regularly eat Dhido with yak or with sheep meat.

Ingredients

  • Water
  • Flour (wheat/millet/corn)

Steps

  1. 1
    Pour the water in pan according to your need how much you want to make.
  2. 2
    Boil the water.
  3. 3
    Add the wheat flour and stir constantly. Don't makes any bubbles or knots while adding flour and mix the flour thoroughly with the water slowly and carefully.
  4. 4
    Stir constantly over medium heat. Do not stop stirring; if you stop the flour will be burn at the edges.
  5. 5
    Continue stirring until the water evaporates and a solid chunk is left in the pan.
    • The mixture changes its color to light brown or even dark brown if you cook more.
    • You will know that your Dhido is ready to eat, when its smell strikes into your nose.
  6. 6
    Enjoy! Now it's time to eat Dhido with pickle or vegetable curry, which makes your Dhido more tasty.
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  • Don't mix all flour at one time.

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How to Make Egg Tempera Paint: 8 Steps - wikiHow
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Two Methods:Making the Tempera PaintUsing the Tempera Paint

Draw a picture, and want to color it? Or perhaps you want to paint a masterpiece? Egg tempera paint is an ideal painting medium that can be made using your own items found in the kitchen.

Method 1 of 2: Making the Tempera Paint

  1. 1
    Separate the egg yolk from the white. You are only going to be using the yolk––use the white in cooking or discard of it.
    • Don't add the entire egg. This will create egg wash and it won't work and will have to be disposed of.
  2. 2
    Whisk the egg yolk and the water together until foamy. Make sure to not let it sit too long alone, and whisk it when it settles back into a translucent yellow.
  3. 3
    Grab an ice cube tray. Pour the mix straight in.
  4. 4
    Add your chosen color. Mix with a dowel, or something similar, such as the end of a plastic spoon.

Method 2 of 2: Using the Tempera Paint

  1. 1
    Paint your picture with a paintbrush. Or, use a Q-tip if a brush isn't available.
  2. 2
    Allow to dry for some time. This paint takes fairly long to dry.
  3. 3
    Remove bubbles if needed. If there are bubbles they will show when dry. Take a toothpick and scrape the bubbles off when dry. This will leave a mark, but you can re-paint it later.
  4. 4
    Done! you now have a homemade paint that is all natural and, if a toddler accidentally eats it, it's made from edible materials so it shouldn't do any harm. It tastes bad though!
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  • For more of an acrylic pain, add a little white with the egg yolk.
  • Your plain mix should be an off-yellow color. If it's a creamy white, you've added too much water. You can still use it, but if it's a problem (consistency, color, etc) you will have to restart.
  • Have time to do this. If rushed, it won't work.
  • This is not very hard to do, but it is recommended for those over 4-5+.

Warnings

  • While this paint is not toxic, it is not meant to be ingested. It might contain bacteria from the egg, which can cause illness.
  • If allergic to eggs, do not make or use this paint.

Things You'll Need

  • Fresh, large egg
  • Bowl for separating egg white and yolk
  • Whisk
  • 2 teaspoons water
  • Ice cube tray
  • Liquid or jell food color
  • Dowel or spoon end
  • Brush or Q-tip

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How to Make Kawaii Food: 5 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow
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Kawaii is the Japanese term that equates to "cute" in English. It is applied to a wide range of things from fashion style, to toys, to stationery, and even to food. While there is a wide range of kawaii food possibilities, this article is a starter to help you think of ways to make your own kawaii food creations.

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  1. 1
    Always think "cute". The food designs should be cute and appealing to the eye, as well as the accompanying serving dishes. Ways to help achieve this include:
    • Using small shapes and small portions.
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    • Using cute colors. Pastels or very bright colors can be cute when properly matched.
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    • Using faces and happy expressions.
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    • Keeping the designs "fun". Fun motifs help to make the food "cute"; think such fun things as monsters with smiles, winking hearts, baby creatures with huge eyes, grinning hamsters, etc., as designs.
      Steamed pork buns as pigs
    • Match the designs for size. While keeping everything small, evenly matched sizing can help create an overall cuteness.
      Evenly matched sizes look best
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    Use animal designs. Animal shapes are ideal kawaii food candidates as they're easy to replicate using food pieces, with many different forms.
    • Make food appear like an animal. Many Japanese kawaii food designs turn the food into animals such as pigs, bears, sheep, cats, etc. The chefs tend to use seaweed, tofu, olives, egg, etc. to create face shapes, ears, whiskers, tails, snouts, fur, etc.



      A cat on an egg using nori
    • Use existing animal shaped items such as chocolate, biscuits, etc., and add these onto food shapes.
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    Make kawaii bento in a box. A bento box is a common target for kawaii in Japan. There are so many possibilities for making the entire lunch box look cute, to make it irresistible. As well as the animal shapes described above, some other ideas include:
    • Adding animal shapes to food pieces, or decorating food with animal designs, such as using frosting.
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    • Cutting or molding food into stars, circles, hearts, flowers, and other cute shapes. You can use biscuit (cookie) cutters or chocolate moulds to make shapes.
      A molded rabbit head shape in a bento box
    • Making food appear as if it is a small landscape, such as mini trees, bushes, lakes, etc.
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    • Making tech designs, such as robots, computers, smartphones, mice, etc.
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    Use cute implements and serving dishes to serve the food in. Find cups, plates, cutlery, etc., with cute designs, such as faces, patterns, animals, etc. for serving the food and dividing into distinct portions.
  5. 5
    Make or bake kawaii sweets and baked goods. There are many possibilities with sweets, candies, cakes, and pastries to make them kawaii! Remember that it is about small size, cute shape, and even cuter decorative designs and faces. Here are some examples:
    • Candies
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    • Chocolates
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    • Baked goodies
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    • Biscuits (cookies)
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    • Chocolate bun.
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    • You can purchase many cute sweets from a store specializing in Japanese candies if you don't feel clever enough to make your own.
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  • Kids can have a lot of fun helping to make kawaii food. Equally, kawaii food can encourage kids to eat things they'd not touch normally!
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    Use cookie cutters on bread to make cute sandwich shapes.
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  • Food items as explained in steps
  • Appropriate kawaii serving dishes
  • Decorative accessories
  • Japanese sweets

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How to Make Lavender Blueberry Crackers: 7 Steps (with Pictures)
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Lavender blueberry crackers are a great treat. Follow these simple instructions to learn how to make them!

Ingredients

  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 tsp ground lavender
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 cup flaxseed
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 1/8 cup olive oil
  • 1/8 cup blueberry puree
  • 3/8 cup milk

Steps

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    Combine flour, lavender, baking powder, flaxseed, and salt.
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    Add olive oil and blueberry puree and mix until combination resembles a course meal.
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    Add milk and mix until the dough comes together and pulls from the sides of the bowl.
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    Roll dough out until it is 1/8 inch thick.
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    Cut into squares.
  6. 6
    Bake the crackers at 325 degrees for 20 minutes on bottom third of oven. Flip and bake for another 15 minutes on top third of oven.
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    Enjoy your treat!
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  • Pair these crackers with a sweet dip (a roasted beet and goat cheese spread would work nicely!).

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How to Make Maccheroni Soup with Sausage and Porcini: 6 Steps
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If you want to learn how to make Maccheroni Soup with Sausage and Porcini here's a recipe of how to make it.

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Ingredients

  • 1 ounce dried porcini mushrooms
  • 1/2 medium yellow onion
  • 1 medium carrot
  • 1 celery stalk
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 8 ounces mild pork sausage
  • 3/4 pound fresh tomatoes
  • Salt
  • 6 ounces tubetti or other short tubular pasta

Steps

  1. 1
    Put the dried porcini in a bowl, add 2 cups water, and soak for at least 15 minutes.
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    Peel and finely-chop the onion. Peel the carrot and cut into 1/8 ich dice. Peel the back of the celery stalk and cut into 1/8 inch dice.
  3. 3
    Put the butter in a 5-to 6-quart soup pot over medium high heat. When the butter begins to melt, add the onion, carrot and celery. Saute until the vegetables begin to brown, about 5 minutes.
  4. 4
    While the vegetables are sauteing, remove the casing from the sausage and cut into small chunks. Peel the tomatoes and coarsely chop them.
  5. 5
    When the vegetables are ready, add the sausage. Break up the larger pieces of sausage with a wooden spoon and cook, stirring often, until it loses its raw color.
  6. 6
    Lift the porcini out of the water, squeezing the excess liquid back into the bowl. Do not discard the water. Rinse the porcini under running water, chop them coarsely, and add them to the pot along with the tomatoes. Season lightly with salt and cook, stirring for about 2 minutes.
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How to Make Macaroni and Cheese (Goat and Sheep): 10 Steps
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Have dietary issues that you just can't seem to get around? Maybe you are trying to get rid of dairy products in your diet (at least those with lactose)? Here is a way to make some macaroni and cheese that won't bite you an hour later!


The measurements are approximate depending on how much pasta you use.

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Ingredients

  • ~ 1/2 cup of manchego cheese, grated
  • ~ 1/2 - 1 cup of goat cheese, crumbled
  • Pasta of choice
  • ~ 2 tablespoons of olive or almond oil
  • Turmeric (optional)

Steps

  1. 1
    Boil your pasta. You can get rid of the gluten and wheat parts of macaroni by using gluten free pasta.
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    Grate the manchego cheese. You want it to be fairly small since it will need to melt in the pasta.
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    Crumble the goat cheese. Since goat cheese is somewhat damp, it's a good idea to use a couple of forks to crumble it up.
  4. 4
    Drain your pasta, but leave a small amount of water in with the noodles. Also, don't rinse it off. You want it to stay as hot as possible.
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    Add a couple of teaspoons of your preferred oil, such as olive oil or almond oil.
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    Start layering your cheese. Put in about half of each types of cheese.
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    Fold it into the pasta until it is thoroughly incorporated.
  8. 8
    Repeat the process. Doing it this way will help you to ensure that there are no clumps of cheese anywhere.
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    Add turmeric if you want it to have the usual 'cheese' color.
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    Enjoy your mac and cheese!
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How to Make Orange Jelly: 8 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow
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This tutorial will teach you how to make orange jelly easily. Orange Jelly is good for those who have high blood pressure.

Steps

  1. 1
    Put Kyaut kyaw powder ("coconut jelly" agar)[1] and sugar into a tray. Then, add a little bit of salt.
  2. 2
    Mix them well.
  3. 3
    Put 3 and halt liter of water into the pot that will be using to cook jelly.
  4. 4
    Put orange juice into the pot and boil them with average heat.
  5. 5
    After the juice is boiled, put Kyauk kyaw powder that is already mixed with sugar and salt into pot. Stir them well.
  6. 6
    Boil them about 10 minutes and if the Kyauk kway is sticking onto the spoon as shown in the picture, then stop boiling it.
  7. 7
    After that, pour the Kyauk kway into a tray and wait until it becomes cold.
  8. 8
    Finally, you can enjoy orange jelly.
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How to Make Pempek: 11 Steps - wikiHow
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Pempek is traditional food from Palembang,South Sumatra,Indonesia. Made of fish and tapioca flour.Pempek has variety of sizes and shapes.Usually served with cuko (vinegar).This is one of my favorite food!Yummy!

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Ingredients

  • 500 g minced fish meat(Tenggiri)
  • 150 g Tapioca flour
  • Smooth salt
  • 10 tablespoons cold water
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoons vetsin

Steps

  1. 1
    Fish to be processed, weeded and cleaned first.
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  2. 2
    Remove the skin from the flesh of fish.
  3. 3
    Exhaust all bones then,cut the fish in small piece.
  4. 4
    Insert the meat in to meat grinder and mince it.
  5. 5
    Put in the freezer.
  6. 6
    Put out minced fish meat from freezer,melted.
  7. 7
    Place it in bowl.Add cold water,vetsin and salt.Stir until sticky.
  8. 8
    Add tapioca flour little by little.And stir until not stick in hand.
  9. 9
    Take a little dough base.Then,form the basis of appropriate types Pempek.
  10. 10
    Fry the Pempek until coloured golden brown,drain.
  11. 11
    Plate the pempek and serve with cuko (vinegar)
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  • You can switch Tenggiri fish with Gabus,Tuna,Salmon or Carp fish.
  • If you don't get meat grinder,you can use blender or stand mixer for mince the meat.
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  • Don't use fish with much fat!

Things You'll Need

  • Meat grinder
  • Bowl
  • Spoon
  • Oil
  • Pan
  • Plate

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How to Make Whipple Cream: 6 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow
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Some people like to deco-den stuff, but some don't have that type of cream that is used to deco-den. Are you that type of person? Well, you're in the right place. Today, I'm going to show you how to make your own whipple cream.

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    Gather all the ingredients. You don't want to have anything missing while you're making whipple cream. Gather them all in one place.
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    Take the talcum powder and put it into the bowl / mixing place. The amount depends on how much cream you are going to make. If you don't have talcum powder on hand, you can substitute it by using baby powder or body powder.
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    Put the white glue into the bowl. Add little by little so you don't have trouble accidentally putting too much glue. Mix the mixture.
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    Optional, add food colouring. It is if you want coloured cream. Mix it all in.
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    You know it's done if the consistency is like paste. Now you can scoop up the cream and put it into your piping bag! Just drag it to one corner and snip the corner. And then get decorating!
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    Finished.
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  • It's actually a little hard to mix especially the glue so get your hands out if necessary! Also I think if you try making shapes and let them dry they can be cabochons!
  • If you don't have talcum powder, substitute it for baby or body powder.
  • Use corn starch to make your cream more stable and thicker. The thicker the cream, the better details you can get.
  • You can also substitute the piping bag for a pastry or Ziploc bag. Drag the filling to one corner using a ruler or something similar. Cutting of the corner is the classic way!
  • The drying time depends on how thick you put the cream on.
  • Deco-den is perfect for spiral notebooks or boxes. And if you want, you can even deco-den mint tins.
  • Play around with the consistency to get the perfect mix!
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  • While making this, make it outside or somewhere you can make messes. You don't want to spoil your mother's carpet.
  • While mixing the talcum powder, things can get very messy as it can turn to a powder hurricane.
  • Be careful when mixing in the food colouring. Try wearing gloves because it can sometimes stain your hands and it will take quite long to really get the stain off.

Things You'll Need

  • Talcum powder
  • White glue
  • Food coloring (optional)
  • A piping bag (optional)
  • Bowl

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How to Order at Philz: 23 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow
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Two Methods:Order In PersonUse OrderAhead

Philz is a coffee shop native to Northern California, and their dedication to quality coffee has gotten them a devoted and rabid fan base. Founded by Phil Jaber, Philz prides itself on hand crafting every cup to every customer's specifications. They have some very unique custom blends that often overwhelm first-time visitors and regulars alike, so if you've ever been tempted by Philz but discouraged by the menu or the ordering process, this article will tell you how it's done.

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Method 1 of 2: Order In Person

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    Find a Philz near you. Unfortunately for you non-Californians out there, Philz only has locations in the San Francisco Bay Area.
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    Locate the order line. At Philz, you order first and pay second, which is opposite most traditional coffee shops. There will usually be a big sign directing you to the proper place.
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    Wait to be called up. Your coffee is made-to-order by the baristas, and they can only handle 4 cups at a time. Wait in line until you hear someone say they can take the next person.
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    Choose your drink. If you're new to Philz, ask the barista for a recommendation. They'll figure out what kinds of flavors you prefer and find you the perfect blend. If you're feeling a bit more adventurous, you can also experiment with their extensive menu:
    • Dark roasts
      • Jacob's Wonderbar Brew: Nutty and chocolatey, without bitterness
      • Tantalizing Turkish: Rich and dark, with a touch of cardamom
      • Ether: Dark and oily, with a hint of charcoal
      • Julie's Ultimate: Classy and floral
      • Aromatic Arabic: A full-bodied Arabian coffee
      • Code 33: Strong, rich, and oily
    • Medium roasts
      • Tesora: The classic Philz blend, and strongly recommended for beginners
      • Philharmonic: Warm, with a hint of cardamom
      • Ambrosia Coffee of God: Warm and sweet, with nutty undertones
      • Anesthesia to the Upside: Oaky and sharp, with a caramel finish
      • Silken Splendor: Warm nutty tones
      • Philtered Soul: Sweet and chocolatey, with traces of hazelnut
      • It'z the Best: Soft and smooth
      • Dancing Water: Smooth and delicate
      • Half-Caff: Half Tesora, half decaf Sumatra
    • Light roasts
      • Sooo Good: Smoky and sweet
      • Greater Alarm: Strong, sweet, and highly caffeinated
      • Canopy of Heaven: Complex flavors
      • New Manhattan: Earthy and distinctive
    • Decaf
      • Decaf Dark French: Bittersweet and full-bodied
      • Decaf Ethiopian: Rich and silky smooth
      • Decaf Sumatra: Sweet and earthy
      • Decaf Organic Swiss Water Peru: Sweet, silky, and decaffeinated using the Swiss water method
    • Specialty drinks
      • Ecstatic Iced Coffee
      • Mint Mojito Iced Coffee
      • Gingersnap Iced Coffee
      • Mocha Tesora: A chocolate lover's dream
      • Jamaican Blue Mountain: Full-bodied and smooth
      • Hot chocolate
    • Teas
      • Black Tea: Strong, but not too acidic
      • Green Tea: Floral and nutty notes
      • Chamomile Tea
      • Yerba Mate Tea: Smoky
      • Istanbul Treat
      • Mint Tea
      • Herbal Mint Tea
      • Chai
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    Pick a size. You have two options: small or large.
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    Decide whether you'd like your drink hot or iced.
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    Pick a sweetener. Your options are sugar, Splenda, Equal, Sweet'n Low, stevia, or honey.
    • Tell the barista how sweet you want your drink: not sweet, light, medium, or extra.
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    Pick your cream or milk. Your options are cream, whole milk, 2% milk, 1% milk, low-fat milk, almond milk, non-fat milk, soy milk, or vanilla soy milk.
    • Tell the barista how creamy you'd like your drink: light, medium, or extra.
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    Pay for your coffee. Let the person at the register know what blend you ordered and what size. Most blends range from $3 to $4 a cup.
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    Wait for your order to be called. It's important to remember which barista you ordered from and what you got because they'll call out your order and not your name.
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    Give it a taste. Most baristas will ask you to taste your drink while you're at their station—just so they can make sure they got everything perfect.
    • Don't hesitate to ask your barista if your drink isn't quite to your liking. They can tweak your drink until it's just right.

Method 2 of 2: Use OrderAhead

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    Open the OrderAhead app or navigate to their website.
    • If you're new to OrderAhead, you will need to first create an account and enter your credit card information.
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    Choose your location to find a Philz near you, or just search for "Philz."
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    Click on your desired beverage.
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    Choose your size. You have two options: small or large.
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    Decide whether you'd like your drink hot or iced.
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    Choose your sweetener. You can choose between sugar, Splenda, Equal, Sweet'n Low, stevia, or honey.
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    Pick how sweet you would like your beverage. Your options are not sweet, not too sweet, medium sweet, or sweet.
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    Pick your cream or milk. Your options are cream, whole milk, 2% milk, 1% milk, low-fat milk, almond milk, non-fat milk, soy milk, or vanilla soy milk.
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    Decide how creamy you'd like your drink. Your options are light, normal, extra.
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    Add any special instructions.
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    Place your order. OrderAhead will tell you when your beverage will be ready.
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    Pick up your order. The pick-up locations are different at every Philz store, but either look for the OrderAhead table or give your name to the person at the register and say you placed an order.
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  • Consider taking a buddy—preferably a Philz veteran—especially if you're heading to Philz for the first time.
  • Desperate for Philz but not in the San Francisco area? Virgin America offers Philz coffee on their flights.
  • If you're brand new to Philz, most baristas will suggest you try a Tesora "medium medium" (medium cream, medium sugar).
  • If you want to sound like a real regular, try ordering your coffee "Philz way," which is medium sugar, medium cream.
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4 Ways to Pack Food Items Using Air Cushions - wikiHow
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Four Methods:InterleavingCross LayeringCorner ProtectionWrapping

Food and drink items such as fruits, vegetables, bottled water, or even cheese and alcohol require a special type of packaging for convenient transportation and client delivery. Many transport companies use different types of packaging for transporting items.


The air cushion is a bag made out of biodegradable fabric or plastic. It is designed to cover and protect a product; as well as act as box filler for products that do not use the entire space within a box. The act of box filling also prevents the product from moving inside the box.


When it comes to food and drink items, the air cushion can be used in a number of ways – interleaving, void fill, cross layering, corner protection, and wrapping. All these methods involve the packaging box, air cushions, and the items you wish to pack.

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Method 1 of 4: Interleaving

  1. 1
    Create a base. Interleaving allows you to pack several items in 1 box. This is particularly useful for large items like beer and champagne bottles, therefore you should insert one air cushion into the base layer of the box.
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  2. 2
    Place the item(s) onto the air cushion. You may find that organizing it in a particular way will help you fit more into it. Rather than stacking, insert a thin layer of items.
  3. 3
    Add another air cushion, and fit it snugly within the box.
  4. 4
    Add more products. Whether it be food, furniture, jewelry, you may end up with void space, therefore you can fill it by layering.
  5. 5
    Take a second air cushion and cover the item(s) completely. When small items are placed in a large box, there is usually void space. The air cushion is used as a filler to fill the gap. It is useful for item like cheese tins and packets.
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    Repeat steps 3 and 4 until the box is completely full.
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    Close and secure the box with cellophane tape on it, and it’s ready for transport.

Method 2 of 4: Cross Layering

  1. 1
    Open the box. Open up the box and keep the flaps in a horizontal position. This will provide support when you add the air cushions. Cross layering is s quick and easy solution when you need to protect the product from all sides. This usually involves using two air cushions.
  2. 2
    Place the first air cushion into the box. Take the first air cushion and place it at a diagonal angle over the flaps.
  3. 3
    Add a second air cushion. Place another air cushion layer in the opposite diagonal angle.
  4. 4
    Place the product. Take the product and place in the middle of the layers. Push all three items down into the box.
  5. 5
    Pack the box. Use the ends of the air cushion to completely cover the item and close the box.

Method 3 of 4: Corner Protection

  1. 1
    Place the product. Take the product and place it into the box. Make sure that item is placed in the center of the box. Corner protection involves using air cushions to protect the corners of your product from damage. This is useful when packing large items like humidors.
  2. 2
    Add the air cushions. Use two air cushions and place them in the two corners of the box. The cushions have two chambers that allow them to be bent in certain places.
  3. 3
    Pack the box. Once the product is completely secure and cannot move, close and pack the box.

Method 4 of 4: Wrapping

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    Lay out the cushion. Take one air cushions, open it out and lay it flat on the floor. This Method is particularly useful for fragile products that require overall protection.
  2. 2
    Add the product. Take the product and place in the center of the air cushion.
  3. 3
    Wrap the product. Fold the four ends of the air cushion inwards to completely wrap the product.
  4. 4
    Box pack the product by placing it into the product into the box.
  5. 5
    Pack the box. Flatten the air cushions over the product, and close the box.
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If your looking for ways to package food for the freezer, then keep reading if your doing it to save money at the grocery store

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    First off divide your meat into your set serving sizes.
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    Get a plastic zip bag big enough to hold the portion size,plus a little extra room for the meat to expand from the freezing process.
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    Put the meat into the bag, take a rolling pin and flatten the meat(ground meat).
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    Squeeze as much of the air as you can get out, if needed zip the bag close to being closed and put in a straw and suck out more of the air(this will prevent freezer burns).
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    Date the bag so you know how long it's been in your freezer.
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Four Parts:Measuring Your IngredientsGerminating the CornSprouting the CornDrying the Malt

During the malting process, grains like corn or barley begin to germinate and sprout. This process releases enzymes that interact with yeast in the distillation or brewing process. Once the grain sprouts, it is dried and stored until it is used as corn mash for alcohol. Corn can be malted at home during a week to two-week process, while oats and rye cannot.

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Part 1 of 4: Measuring Your Ingredients

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    Purchase white corn for the process. Yellow corn has too much oil content.[1]
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    Buy 5 to 20 pounds (2.3 to 9kg) of white corn. Most distillers suggest doing 20 pounds at once so that you will have enough for a full batch of corn mash. However, the amount you choose to malt should depending upon your facilities and how much drying space you can find.
  3. 3
    Buy one food-grade five gallon (19l) bucket for every five pounds (2.3kg) of corn you want to malt.
  4. 4
    Pick up some sterilizing solution to clean your buckets adequately before beginning.

Part 2 of 4: Germinating the Corn

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    Fill your five-gallon buckets with water that is between 63 and 86 degrees Fahrenheit (17 to 30 degrees Celsius).[2] You can use hot tap water. Use a thermometer to measure the temperature.
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    Dump five pounds of white corn into each bucket. Submerge it completely. Let it soak for 24 hours.
  3. 3
    Drain the water off completely. Discard any corn that floats to the top when it soaks.
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    Refill the buckets with hot tap water again. Soak it for 18 to 24 additional hours.
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    Drain the buckets.

Part 3 of 4: Sprouting the Corn

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    Spread the corn out on large baking trays. Keep it in a thin layer, between 0.8 and 2 inches (two to five cm) deep. Keep the room temperature between 63 and 86 degrees Fahrenheit (17 to 30 degrees Celsius)
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    Layer damp paper towels over the top of the baking trays filled with corn.
  3. 3
    Spray the paper towels with hot tap water to keep them moist, so the corn will sprout.
  4. 4
    Peel the paper towels back and stir the corn every eight hours.
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    Continue for 5 to 10 days, or until most of the corn has sprouts that are 0.2 inches (five mm) long.

Part 4 of 4: Drying the Malt

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    Remove the paper towels. Spread the corn out as thin as you can.
  2. 2
    Set fans to dry the grain. For the first two to three hours you should not let the temperature exceed 122 degrees Fahrenheit (50 degrees Celsius). You don’t want to heat the corn too quickly, or you will destroy the enzymes you created during the malting process.
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    Raise the room or oven temperature to 130 degrees Fahrenheit (55 degrees Celsius) the following hour. Continue moving air across the corn with a fan.
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    Raise the room temperature to 150 degrees Fahrenheit (66 Celsius) the following hour.
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    Place the corn in sacks once it is dry. Bang it against a hard surface to knock off the sprouts.
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    Shake it and sieve it to remove the sprouts completely. Store it in a cool and dry place for up to two months before using.
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  • Fans
  • Breathable sacks
  • Sieve

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Among the many ways to see Bangkok by day and by night is by boat from the Chao Phraya. The range of cruises offered allow visitors to see many of the city's famous landmarks from the river, visit floating markets, craft villages, old temples, Bangkok's historic area, royal palaces, see rural areas and visit UNESCO heritage sites by taking a boat.

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    Selecting a Cruise  - Outstanding holiday activities are what make a holiday memorable. Bangkok cruises offer a whole range of trips to suit every budget. Various web sites carry details of cruises with costs attached taking the guesswork out of the equation. However choosing a cruise to match personal requirements is quite another thing. The choice of route, the duration of the trip, type of boat and on board facilities needs to be taken into consideration. While many Bangkok cruise operators target large crowds, very few offer special experiences with personalized service that many visitors look for. Some cruise boats offer group charters enabling experiences with family and friends. Organized cruises include short and long day time cruises, dinner cruises, overnight and three to four day cruises to Ayutthaya and the River Kwai on board converted teak rice barges and a replica of a colonial river cruiser, and road trips to Ayutthaya combined with a return cruise and private cruises. Onboard comforts on longer cruises include well equipped private air conditioned cabins and gourmet Thai cuisine. Reading cruise reviews and visiting forums will help to refine cruise choices. November to February, the cool and dry period is the best time to visit Thailand. May to October is the worst time to plan a cruise as the monsoon weather is unpredictable and rivers are liable to flood
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    The Budget - Setting aside a budget for the ultimate experience is mandatory. River trips on long tail boats and day time cruises start from around US$ 42 per person for a half day trip and costs between US$ 80 per person and up to US$ 135 per person for a whole day trip. US$ 80 per person is charged for a 4 hour dinner cruise and US$ 50 per person for a 2.5 hour dinner cruise. Overnight and longer all inclusive trips on converted teak rice barges and other cruisers with private cabins will cost a great deal more. Once the costs have been assembled the decision to splurge or stick to short river trips can be made. As a cruise is part of the overall holiday, the airfare, hotels, shopping, dining, travel and sightseeing will form part of the budget. Cruise deals are available during periods of low demand. However even they are snapped up.
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    Accommodation - Accommodation is only available in the converted teak barges and the River Kwai cruiser providing the overnight and longer cruise options. Each barge offers different room configurations. Those offering private cruises have only two spacious, luxurious air conditioned staterooms. Others offer a shared cruise featuring four to ten state rooms also well appointed. State rooms in all barges offer views of the passing scenery. The teak barges have an open sided upper deck with lounge and dining areas. All meals are cooked aboard. There is a full bar as well. Anantara Cruises operate a fleet of teakwood barges that offer some of the most luxurious cruise experiences. This type of all inclusive cruises with a dedicated staff will set guests back quite a bit during the high season
  4. 4
    Sightseeing  - All cruises highlight various aspects of life by the Chao Phraya and provide stunning views of riverside landmarks. The longer cruises also make stops at some of Bangkok's most famous landmarks such as the Temple of Dawn, the Royal Barges National Museum, Bang Pa In Summer Palace, prominent temples by the river, Khmer ruins, waterfalls, hot springs, war cemeteries and craft villages. Elephant rides and tours of Ayutthaya Thailand's ancient capital and the Bridge on the River Kwai are the highlights of the longer cruises.
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    Before you board - Book the cruise of your choice in advance to avoid disappointment and ensure all your criteria are met. If transport to and from the pier is required make advance arrangements.
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Tips for a great bake sale to earn lots of money!

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  1. 1
    Check your local food safety laws. In many European countries, for example, it is forbidden to sell prepared food without a permit from the local health department. Before you go through all the work of making and selling your treats, make sure you won't be busted and sent home 10 minutes after you started making money.
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    Make some homemade baked goods and set up a table. If you live on a busy street you can put the table in front of your house, but if you don't, then you might like to ask a store owner if you can set up your table outside of their premises. This latter option will probably be more favorably received if you're raising money for charity rather than for yourself.
  3. 3
    Gather up some friends to help you with your bake sale. The more, the merrier! Assign different jobs to your friends. For example, have some friends bake and some friends at the table.
  4. 4
    Make brightly colored signs and hang them on places you are allowed. In most areas you are allowed to hang them on those wooden electricity poles. On the signs, always use the "when, what, where, how, and why" technique. Also make some fliers, and go door to door to people you know and give them out.
  5. 5
    When you are ready for your bake sale, arrive a half an hour early to set up. When people come, ask: "Hello, would you like to buy something from our bake sale?" If they say yes, explain what everything is and the prices.
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    If you are in front of your house, have some people stand on the corner and hold a big sign for cars.
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    Enjoy the experience. It's as much about bonding with the community as it is about raising funds!
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  • Make sure that you make the baked goods presentable, not just all over the place.
  • Make sure that everyone at your table is well groomed and wearing clean clothing.
  • Make eye contact with your customers. Say please, thank you, ma'am and sir.
  • Provide napkins.
  • Pre-measure whenever possible. (If the brownies are two for a dollar, bag or wrap two together.)
  • You will make a lot more money if you donate your money to a good cause. Many people will make a donation if they don't want anything or they don't find anything to buy. If you want to keep the money, just donate half of it to the cause but make sure that you make this clear to people rather than cheating them.
  • You might want to add sugar-free treat for those diabetics and dieters out there. Don't forget about them!
  • Use attractive plates for food
  • For additional profits, sell a booklet with any original (not copied from anywhere) recipes for treats you're selling.
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  • Do not put fliers in anyone's mailboxes where this is against the law. If you would like to put them people's mailboxes, just ask a mailman to hand them out for you.

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How to Prepare Sea Salt Soak: 9 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow
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Two Methods:Medicinal Sea Salt SoakBath Sea Salt Soak

Sea salt, sometimes called Bay Salt or Solar salt, is produced when water evaporates from sea water. It is often produced on islands, such as the Cayman Islands and the Philippines, and in coastal regions of larger countries. Although the debate continues about whether sea salt or table salt is healthier to ingest, sea salt has been known to have health benefits. A sea salt solution can be used to flush eyes, rid skin of infections, treat piercings or produce soft skin. Where table salt may be useful for health reasons, it contains high levels of iodine and some anti-caking agents that reduce its healing power. Sea salt can be found at specialty food markets or online. This article will tell you how to prepare sea salt soak.

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Method 1 of 2: Medicinal Sea Salt Soak

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    Purify 1l (4.2 cups) of water. Pour the liter of water through a carbon water filter. You can find filter pitchers at most grocery and specialty stores. The carbon filter takes out substances like chlorine, which are added to the water and could affect the salinity.
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    Pour the water into a saucepan and bring it to a boil. You now have sterilized water. Let it cool down a little before using. You can also choose to buy distilled water from a supermarket.
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    Add 9 g (1.8 tsp.) of sea salt for every 1 l (4.2 cups) of warm water. This will be equivalent to about 1 heaping tsp. of salt. The warmth of the water will help it dissolve.
    • You want to make an isotonic solutions. This means that the solution you are making is similar to the salt levels in your body. A typical saline solution has 0.9 percent salt and this is what you want to achieve with your sea salt.
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    Pour into a cup and dip the area of infection into the cup for about 5 minutes or soak a clean cloth in it and place on exposed skin for 10 minutes, whichever is the easiest way to apply the soak to the affected area.
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    Repeat 2 to 3 times daily until the wound heals.

Method 2 of 2: Bath Sea Salt Soak

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    Pour 16 oz. (454g) of fine grain sea salt into a bowl.
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    Add 15 to 30 drops of essential oil to the sea salts. Lavender and peppermint are popular essential oils to use. Also, try jojoba oil for an anti-fungal remedy or almond oil for skin softening.
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    Mix the salts and oil thoroughly with a wooden spoon. Pour into glass jars for storage.
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    Add 1/3 to 1/2 cup (80 to 121g) of the bath salt soak to a warm bath and soak for at least 15 minutes.
    • For a concentrated sore feet soak, heat a large pot of water on the stove. Let it cool to a comfortable temperature. Dissolve 1/2 cup (121 g) of fine grain sea salt into it. Pour into a bucket and place your feet inside for 20 minutes. Add a few drops of lavender or peppermint essential oils for a relaxing, aromatherapy effect.
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Español: Cómo preparar un enjuague/baño de sal de mar, Italiano: Come Preparare un Bagno di Sale Marino

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Two Parts:Judging RipenessRipening Persimmons Quickly

The two most common types of persimmons are Fuyu and Hachiya. Fuyu persimmons can be eaten firm or soft, while Hachiya persimmons must be ripened until they are extremely soft. When perfectly ripened, the honey, creamy flesh is perfect for eating raw, baking and grilling.

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Part 1 of 2: Judging Ripeness

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    Decide whether you have non-astringent or astringent persimmon. If possible, ask the fruit seller. The Fuyu persimmon is non-astringent and can be eaten right away, while the Hachiya is astringent an requires ripening to reduce the tannins.[1]
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    Taste a persimmon to judge which variety you have. Cut it open and taste the flesh without the skin. Use this test.
    • If it is a firm fruit, but edible without the skin, it is likely to be non-astringent.
    • If it is a firm fruit, but you are immediately hit with a bitter or sour flavor and rough sandpaper texture, it is an astringent persimmon. You will want to spit it out and wait until the fruit is bletted.[2]
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    Purchase persimmons that are already orange. The ripening, or bletting, process takes a little while; however, some green persimmons may not ripen. The area near the stem can be green.
    • Fuyu persimmons should be yellow-orange.

Part 2 of 2: Ripening Persimmons Quickly

  1. 1
    Test the firmness of the skin to judge if they area already ripe. If they are, they should feel squishy and watery. Handle them carefully and eat them right away.
    • If the fruit feels almost too soft, but the skin is not decaying, it is most likely perfectly ripe.[3]
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    Place unripe Hachiya persimmons in a brown paper bag with a banana or apple. Leave them on the counter with the top folded over to accelerate ripening. Apples and bananas produce ethylene, which helps ripen fruit.
  3. 3
    Wait one to three weeks for a persimmon to ripen. A bletted persimmon is ripened past the normal point for most fruit. This extra time allows the sweetness of the fermentation process to counteract the tannins.
  4. 4
    Speed up the ripening process by placing Hachiya persimmons in your freezer. Keep them there for 24 hours. Then, remove them and defrost them on the kitchen sink.
    • This process will eliminate some sour tannins.
  5. 5
    Store ripe persimmons in the refrigerator for a few days. They should be eaten as soon as possible. Don’t store them near apples or bananas when they are completely bletted.
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How to Roast Red Bell Pepper: 6 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow
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This article will show you how to cook red bell pepper to perfection!

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    First thing that you need to do is gut and clean the pepper. Cut the top off and pull all of the seeds and core out. You can also run (cold) water through it as if you were rinsing a dish.
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    When the pepper is clean, cut it into slices (preferably 2 finger widths).
    • Now that you have the pepper cleaned and cut, there are several ways to "roast" the vegetable.
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    If you want to do a traditional kind of roast, I suggest you place the peppers on a rack that is on top of a cookie pan. Then set your oven for 350 and put them in for 10 to 15 minutes.
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    If you are looking for something that holds the flavor and will keep the peppers moist, then this step is for you. Take a pan and fill it with vegetable oil (enough to cover the bottom of the pan). Then get the oil to a nice simmer and place the peppers into the pan.
    • Place a lid on and when the oil starts to pop shake the pan as if you are sauteing them. Do this for about 10 minutes and then turn the heat off. Drain the oil and place the peppers on whatever dish you are going to serve it on.
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    Finally, if you want more of a bursting sort of flavor then read this. Grill the peppers like you intend on grilling meat. It gives it a delicious flavor and is the easiest out of the 3 ways.
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A buffet-style meal allows the guests to line up and choose which foods they would like to eat as they move from 1 end of the serving station to the other. The following are the basic guidelines that will help you set up a buffet.

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    Arrange the room for the best flow. Beginning with clearing the room you plan to use for your event, place the serving table in the middle of the room. This allows guests access to the food from both sides of the buffet table and will keep the line moving quickly.
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    Plan a separate table for beverages. By situating the beverage table far away from the food table, you give your guests a chance to choose their food and put the plate down before pouring a drink, minimizing spills. This is another way to ensure that your guests can maneuver the lines with ease.
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    Begin planning your buffet table the night before the event. So you are not making last minute decisions and preparations, gather all of your serving dishes together the night before the event and place them on the table with sticky notes attached reminding you which food goes in which dish.
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    Place the plates at the start of the line. If you are planning an event with a lot of people, it is a good idea to set up a buffet with 2 or 3 stacks of plates with about 10 plates in each stack. You don't want to pile the plates too high so that they won't be in danger of tipping over.
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    Line up the food according to temperature. The first stop on the food line should be the cold foods. The hot foods, which are usually the main dishes, should be at the end of the table. This way, your guests won't be dining on cold main courses when they find their seats.
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    Finish the table with the utensils and napkins. A common mistake made by many hosts when planning an event is to place utensils and napkins at the front end with the plates. It can be cumbersome to try to hold on to knives, forks, spoons and linens along with a plate while your guests are trying to serve themselves.
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  • Plan your menu with your guests in mind, choosing foods that are easy to serve and easy to eat either standing up or sitting down and do not require a lot of work.
  • Wrap up the utensils in a napkin so that your guests don't drop the silverware. For an added decorative touch, tie the napkin with a colorful ribbon.
  • Provide a balanced meal with a protein, vegetable, starch, carbohydrate and salad, unless you are throwing a cocktail party.
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One Methods:Shipping Food Items

You can send food to customers and family members on other parts of the world by using various type of mailing services. However, to ensure the freshness of the food you send through the mail, you must use different packaging materials. By using the right packaging supplies such as inserting a cold pack underneath these food items and packing them tight, you can be rest assured that your food items remain intact. The people receiving them can also enjoy eating these items once they arrive.

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Shipping Food Items

  1. 1
    Bake the items you need to ship. Once they are cooled and ready for packaging, find a container that is close to the same size of the bakery item you will be shipping.
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    Place the food inside the container. Place a cold pack underneath the container.
  3. 3
    Use heavy-duty tape to stick the cold pack to the container. When shipping food such as poultry, meat or fish, place an additional ice pack on top of the container.
  4. 4
    Find a box that is close in size to the container that is being shipped. Place the container with the cold pack inside the box.
  5. 5
    Secure the box from movement inside the box by adding packing peanuts to both the right and left sides of the box. You can add packing peanuts before placing the container inside the shipping box when there is too much room on either side of the box. When the item has a snug fit, use Styrofoam packaging sleeves instead.
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    Write "Keep Refrigerated" with a black Sharpie pen on the container of the item with the food in it. This will let the recipient know to place the item in the refrigerator as soon as the person receives it.
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    Fold 1 of the packaging sleeves in half and place it inside the box. Slide the container inside the shipping box. Fold another Styrofoam sleeve and place it on top of the container inside the box.
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    Fold the sides of the box to close the box. Keep the lid of the box secure with packing tape.
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    Take the food item to the post office and have the item shipped. Make sure to request over-night shipping to ensure items delivered will be fresh when the recipient receives the food items.
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    Request a tracking number for your item and keep this receipt on you when any delivery problems arise. Pay for the overnight shipping and tracking information.
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  • Using a container and shipping box that is close in size to the food item being sent keeps the container from moving around while in transit.
  • When you are unable to find a shipping box that is close in size to the item you are shipping, make sure to use packing peanuts or any other type of packing materials to prevent the food container from moving around.
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  • Even when a product is smoked, cured or vacuum packed it is still at risk of spoiling. When food items arrive warm and over 40 degrees F (4.4 C) it is no longer edible or safe to eat.
  • Failing to choose express shipping or overnight shipping can result in your food items spoiling and the recipient is at risk of food poisoning.

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Five Methods:Purchase and Install RefrigerationPurchase and Install StoragePurchase and Install Cooking EquipmentPurchase Food Preparation Stations and Small WaresPurchase and Install Fire, Safety and Sanitation Equipment

The layout and design of a commercial kitchen will have a significant influence on the functionality and the potential success of any food service operation. Careful planning and research is required in order to ensure cost efficiency and avoid cost overruns. This article provides a comprehensive list of the equipment needed to design a profitable commercial food service operation.

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Method 1 of 5: Purchase and Install Refrigeration

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    Purchase and install a walk-in cooling unit. A walk-in cooling unit is a cold storage room designed to maintain the standard refrigeration temperature of 28 to 40 degrees (-2 to 4 ℃). Although some small food service operations may not require a walk-in cooler, the majority of commercial operations will. Walk-in coolers can be custom built to fit any location. Speak to several HVAC contractors and refrigeration specialists to get the best bid.
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    Purchase an industrial freezer. Commercial kitchen operations typically require freezer space. Commercial freezer units are usually categorized by the number of doors. Purchase a single, double or triple-door freezer, depending on the size and scope of your food service operation.
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    Purchase a refrigerated line station and supplemental refrigeration units. Adequate refrigeration is a necessity in the commercial kitchen. Food service workers need to keep prepared foods cool prior to preparation and service. A refrigerated line station will be required for the majority of commercial operations.

Method 2 of 5: Purchase and Install Storage

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    • Buy storage shelves for perishable and nonperishable foods, dry storage and equipment storage.

Method 3 of 5: Purchase and Install Cooking Equipment

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    Purchase and install an industrial range hood and H-VAC ventilation system. Any commercial operation that prepares food over an open flame, such as a stove top or a broiler, is required to have a range-hood and ventilation system installed. The range hood sits over the top of stove-tops and broilers, and uses fans to pull carcinogenic materials and heat through carbon filters up and out of the building. A range hood can be custom built to fit any location.
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    Purchase or lease a broiler, a gas range and oven, and an industrial salamander. A broiler or an open flame grill is primarily used to cook grilled meats. Commercial broiling units come in many sizes.
    • Lease or purchase a combination gas range and oven unit. These units, which are standard equipment in the majority of commercial food service operations, are available in multiple sizes and are typically categorized by the number of burners.
    • Consider purchasing or leasing a salamander. A salamander typically sits over the range burners and is primarily used to keep plated foods hot prior to service.
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    Purchase optional equipment depending on the type and the size of the food service operation. Some commercial kitchens will need to purchase or lease additional items, such as a deep fat fryer, a flat grill or a convection oven.

Method 4 of 5: Purchase Food Preparation Stations and Small Wares

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    Purchase prep tables and approved cutting surfaces for food preparation. Stainless steel prep tables come in several sizes, and are essential in the commercial kitchen. Plastic cutting boards can be cut to fit any size table.
  2. 2
    Purchase specialty equipment as needed. Specialty equipment may include meat slicers, food processors or industrial-size mixers.

Method 5 of 5: Purchase and Install Fire, Safety and Sanitation Equipment

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    Install a sprinkler system and fire extinguishers as required by local fire department regulations. Check with local industrial fire suppression system installers for price quotes.
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    Install a triple-sink wash station and commercial dish washing unit. Municipal health department authorities typically require a commercial kitchen to have triple-sink wash station and commercial dish washing unit installed.
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  • When purchasing equipment, research local restaurant equipment suppliers and compare prices or possible leasing options.
  • Some municipal health department authorities require that floor-drains be installed in commercial food service facilities. Check with local plumbing and heating contractors for price quotes on installing floor drains.
  • Some municipal workplace safety authorities require rubber floor mats at all work stations. Rubber floor mats reduce the risk of injury from falling, and also reduce occurrences of certain injuries caused by repetitive stress.
  • If you are still not quite sure whether you can manage it, contact an expert to help you. You can find those commercial kitchen consultants at any restaurant equipment dealers, and most of the time it is free service!
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Envious of those who work in an office and meet at trendy, delicious restaurants for lunch every day? Unable to find the time to create a nutritious but inspiring lunch at home while you wade through paperwork? There’s no need to whip out cutting boards, heavy pots, pans and a bevy of ingredients in order to spice up your lunches from home. A little creativity and focus on what you love to eat (and what loves your body too) will help you mix up the hum drum mid-afternoon meal routine.

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    Examine what you’ve been eating. Find that you feel exhausted and in need of a nap after lunch or do your lunches leave you wanting, needing something else?
    • Identify foods that you love and make you feel good. Have that “go to” food you like to eat for lunch but find that it’s become a little too ordinary? You can still have your turkey (or spinach or lentils) for lunch but kick it up a notch. List everything you love to eat for lunch in order to enhance the menu.
    • Eliminate any food that make you feel sluggish or possibly interfere with your day. Perhaps you love a heavy pasta dish, but you find that it makes you want to nap after eating it.
    • Make a list of staple lunches that you can’t live without. Perhaps you love certain dishes just the way they are. Make a list of those special lunches you would love to devour at least once a week so you don't forget to incorporate them into your culinary repertoire.
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    Consider ingredients or food you’ve always wanted to try (but were afraid to). Whether you’ve been thinking about using a little turmeric in your lentils or thought that having salmon in the afternoon might be a good idea, now is the time to try those offbeat ingredients/foods to spice up lunchtime.
    • Search recipes that blend your usual foods with the new ingredient. However only consider recipes that can be assembled and prepared within 15 minutes or less. If you work from home, you won’t want to spend your time cooking when you could be eating and/or working.
    • Investigate how the food/ingredient is typically prepared. If the new food requires a lot of prep-work, you may want to investigate ways to prepare the food the evening before or if possible, purchase it already prepared.
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    Remove the “ho hum” from typical salads, sandwiches and soups. Enhancing the typical lunch is easy and may only mean that you substitute one ingredient for another. Try different approaches and seasonings to design the ideal lunch.
    • Ditch plain old lettuce and create salads using canned black beans, olive oil, defrosted corn and quinoa.
    • Gazpacho soup can be made ahead of time and chilled for quick and easy access. In addition to its tangy goodness, gazpacho soup is packed with low calorie, highly potent nutrients which include garlic, red pepper, tomato and onion.
    • Wrap up your sandwiches. Reduce calories by using a low calorie wrap bread or lettuce leaves to engulf your sandwich. Instead of plain old PB&J, consider shrimp salad, pre-prepared hummus and taboleigh or fresh sliced turkey and Swiss.
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    Create lunches the night/week beforehand so you can grab and go. You may not have time to cook but crave something home cooked mid day. You can have your cooked lunch and eat it too with a little planning a few days ahead of time.
    • Cook on Sunday and freeze lunches for the week. You can have a gourmet lunch ready for consumption in minutes with a little planning ahead of time.
    • Make large quantities of one dish for easy access. A large pasta salad or even several grilled chicken breasts to top a spinach salad can help.
    • Design theme lunches. Mexican on Wednesday and Middle Eastern on Thursday. Don’t forget about having fun with food and celebrate other cultures by exploring different types of spices and sauces.
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  • Explore different types of produce. For example consider Kumato tomatoes for your salad for lunch instead of the traditional tomato.
  • Create a lunch bunch with other telecommuters in your area. Once a week host a pot luck lunch where you can swap recipes and try new dishes.
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  • Avoid trying anything too new or typically not accepted by your gastrointestinal system. Dishes that are too spicy or greasy may not sit well and send you to the bathroom for the rest of the workday.

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How to Substitute Sweeteners With Agave Nectar: 2 Steps
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Agave nectar[1] is a sweetener that can be used in a variety of ways. This article will tell you how to substitute various sweeteners with it.

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    Take into consideration the type of recipe you will be making; e.g. batter, dough, liquid, etc. The best substitutions are sauces, syrups, some drinks, desserts, and salad dressings. Mostly because of their liquid states.
    • Liquid Sweeteners
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      • Honey - Substitute 1 for 1, like replace a cup of honey with a cup of agave syrup.
      • Maple Syrup - Substitute 1 for 1, like replace a cup of maple syrup with a cup of agave syrup.
      • Brown Rice Syrup - When you replace a cup of brown rice syrup, use 1/2 to 1/3 as much agave, and increase other liquids in the recipe by up to 1/2 a cup.
      • Corn Syrup - When you replace a cup of light corn syrup, be sure to use 1/2 as much agave, and increase other liquids in the recipe by up to 1/3 of a cup. Like corn syrup, agave nectar will not crystallize.
    • Granulated Sweeteners
      • White Granulated Sugar - For each cup of white sugar that you are replacing, use 2/3 of a cup of agave and reduce other liquids by 1/4 to 1/3 cup. This substitution will also work for Demerara Sugar, Turbinado Sugar, Evaporated Cane Juice, or Sucanat.
      • Brown Sugar - For each cup of brown sugar replaced, use 2/3 of a cup of agave and reduce other liquids by 1/4 cup. Because the moisture content of Brown Sugar is higher than that of white sugar, liquids may not have to be reduced as much when substituting agave nectar.
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    Be sure that you are making the proper adjustments when the substitution is not 1 for 1.
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  • There are some who debate the 'healthfulness' of agave nectar.[2][3]

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Two Methods:Domestic or International Shipping by AirDomestic or International Shipping by Truck

Dry ice was first identified by a French chemist in 1834. Charles Thilorier noticed that when he opened a cylinder of liquid carbon dioxide, the carbon dioxide evaporated leaving behind solid dry ice. This solid dry ice was trademarked as "dry ice" by the DryIce Corporation of America who began selling it commercially for refrigeration purposes. This solid form of carbon dioxide is still used as a refrigerating or freezing agent. It has a temperature lower than of frozen water, -109f (-78 c), and as it evaporates it doesn't leave behind any residue. Dry ice must be handled with care; it cannot be touched by human skin or frostbite can quickly occur, and because it is a solid gas, certain safety precautions must be taken when using it. Dry ice is useful in many applications, including keeping food items cold or frozen during shipping.

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Method 1 of 2: Domestic or International Shipping by Air

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    Consider your method of transport.
    • As it is typically perishable items that are shipped with dry ice, the fastest mode of transport is often the best. This usually means air transport. Airlines have very specific information pertaining to shipping items in dry ice, and these may vary from airline to airline. As dry ice evaporates it forms carbon dioxide gas, and in an enclosed space such as an aircraft, it can displace oxygen. Therefore, following the airlines specific shipping regulations are essential.
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    Check shipping regulations for the destination country.
    • Some countries do not allow food to be shipped into the country unless it is through fully documented importers. Other countries do not allow products packed in dry ice to be imported, therefore checking the individual country's regulations is essential. If you ship through an international shipping company then they can help you discover if there are any shipping regulations involving dry ice. The post office may not have this information handy for all, or any, countries. Try to find out what the shipping regulations are before shipping.
    • Consider the amount of dry ice needed. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) regulates the amount of dry ice used in each package to be no more than 400 lbs. (200 kg). Individual airlines will have their own packaging regulations; be sure to check these out prior to packaging your shipment.
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    Check package labeling.
    • The IATA has mandated that shipping labels must correctly identify the following information: a special "UN 1845" label that identifies the package includes dry ice, the words "dry ice" must appear on the package, the net weight of dry ice weighed in kilograms, and the full address of both shipper and recipient. A class 9 shipping label must also be used.
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    Consider the shipping date and duration.
    • Depending on the ambient temperatures, amount of dry ice and the product being shipped, the dry ice will sublimate at varying rates. Shippers don't recommend shipping over a weekend, as the product may spend unnecessary time sitting in cargo bays or terminals. Also, transit times of longer than 30 hours are not recommended for shipping perishable product packed in dry ice or it may not arrive cold.

Method 2 of 2: Domestic or International Shipping by Truck

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    Conform to packaging regulations.
    • Each country has their own special packaging regulations for shipping perishable products with dry ice. The goods generally need to be packed in containers that allow the release of carbon dioxide gas. There may also be stipulations on the maximum weight allowance for dry ice. In most cases, the package will need to be clearly identified that it contains dry ice. In the United States, the package must display a Class 9 DOT miscellaneous hazardous material warning and must clearly say "Carbon Dioxide Solid, UN1845" or alternatively, "Dry Ice, UN1845".
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    Consider transport times.
    • Depending on the outdoor temperature and the time of transport, perishable goods packed in dry ice should be shipped as quickly as possible. Choose "express" or "overnight" shipping wherever possible. Don't ship over a weekend, as the package may sit for extended periods of time.
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  • If packaging regulations allow, consider packaging your shipment with the dry ice inside an insulated container to add extra protection against thawing.
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  • Handling dry ice can be very dangerous. Always wear protective gear and do not let the dry ice touch your skin.

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Hear a lot about GMOs? Worried about corporations overpowering farmers in your area. They need your support. They absolutely cannot fight the corporations themselves. There are some ways to help them:

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    Find any Farmers' Markets in your area. Local Harvest has a website that will help you find them. [1] You will get the health benefits of fresh foods and will hit the corporations in their wallet.
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    Read the labels on the foods that you do buy and educate yourself about what they are putting into it. One good suggestion is, if you can't pronounce it, you probably shouldn't be eating it.
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    Find, and join, a local co-op. If there aren't any, consider starting one!
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    Keep an eye out for local roadside stands. Obviously, the same cleanliness rules apply, but you won't have to worry about that if it is a reputable food stand.
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    Know why you want to support your local farmers.[2]
    • It's better for you.
    • It's GMO free (or at least it should be)
    • It supports a clean environment and wildlife.
    • It's the right (and smart) thing to do.
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Seven Methods:Roasting MethodSteaming MethodBraising MethodStir-Frying MethodSteam-Frying MethodPoaching MethodBaking Method

Devotion to a healthy lifestyle requires the change of exercise, eating and sometimes even transportation habits. This often means you replace processed food with fresh food. One of the best ways to ensure that the fresh food you buy releases its nutrients is to cook it in a healthy way. Not all cooking methods are healthy, for instance deep fat frying uses trans fats, or fatty acids, which can increase your cholesterol if eaten regularly. There are many other cooking methods that are healthier. This article will tell you how to use healthy cooking methods.

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Method 1 of 7: Roasting Method

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    Buy a roasting pan, especially if you eat meat. While most vegetables can be roasted on a baking pan, meat requires an elevated space, so that the fat can drip off the meat. You can also use a roasting or baking rack inside a pan if you do not have a roasting rack.
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    Prepare the meat by defrosting it completely and allowing it to sit in room temperature for 20 minutes to 4 hours, depending upon how big the roast or poultry is. Preheat the oven as the meat comes to room temperature.
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    Roast vegetables by adding herbs and spices and a small touch of oil. Keep in mind that each tbsp. (14 g) of oil you use can add up to 100 calories. Potatoes, sweet potatoes, squash, carrots and other root vegetables are often roasted with great results.
    • The larger you cut your roasted vegetables, the longer they may take to roast. However, they may also be better for you, since there is less oil on the surfaces of the vegetables.
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    Baste the meat with the juice that drips from the bottom of the pan, only if it looks as though your meat is drying out. This will add a slight amount of extra fat to your meal, but it is better than using butter or other oils.
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    Cover your roasting pan with aluminum foil if it looks as though the surface of your meat or vegetables are getting too crisp. This will distribute heat evenly without allowing the surface to burn.

Method 2 of 7: Steaming Method

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    Buy a metal steaming basket. This is a perforated device that sits above the water in a saucepan but under the lid. You place your vegetables or meat in it, in order to allow them to steam evenly.
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    Clean delicate vegetables, such as green beans, broccoli, cauliflower or pea pods in a colander, and allow the excess water to strain off for a few moments. Meanwhile, heat approximately 3 inches (7.6 cm) of water in your saucepan until they come to a boil. Make sure you choose a pan in which the steaming basket fits comfortably.
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    Place the steaming basket in the saucepan and open it up. Place your vegetables inside, and cover the saucepan with a lid. Steam for approximately 5 to 10 minutes, depending upon the vegetables.
    • The food should take on a bright color, when it is properly steamed. Place herbs, spices or lemon juice in the water to flavor the vegetables as you steam them.
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    Place chicken or fish in the steaming basket for an extremely healthy way to eat your meats. Although this is often not seen as the most flavorful way to cook meat, it is 1 of the healthiest methods. Fish can take 5 to 10 minutes, while a chicken breast usually takes 10 to 15 minutes.

Method 3 of 7: Braising Method

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    Heat a frying pan to high heat on a stove top burner. Spray a small amount of cooking spray into the pan.
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    Place a large roast or large pieces of meat into the pan. Cook on each side, until all the sides are brown. This is called browning.
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    Place the meat inside a large pot or a slow cooker. Add a few inches (5 cm) of broth, wine or another mixture of liquid. Heat the meat in a slow-cooker or in the oven at a temperature between 200 and 250 degrees Fahrenheit (93 to 121 degrees Celsius) for 4 to 8 hours.

Method 4 of 7: Stir-Frying Method

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    Buy a wok from a kitchen or Asian food store. These tend to be very heavy metal with large sides. You can also use a very large, deep frying pan to stir fry food. Place the wok on the stove top and set the temperature on the burner to medium-high or high heat, depending upon how hot your burners get.
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    Pour 1 tsp. to 1 tbsp. (4.4 to 14 g) of extra-virgin olive oil or grape seed oil into your pan, depending upon how big your batch of food is.
    • You can replace the oil with low-sodium stock or wine.
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    Cut your meat into small pieces, so that they can be cooked thoroughly very quickly. You do not need to cut beans or vegetables up, unless they are very large, but they should be thoroughly cleaned. Add seasonings, such as pepper, sea salt, red pepper flakes or sesame seeds to the stir-fry vegetables or meat before you begin.
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    Add your vegetables and meats to the pan at once. Stir them constantly with a wooden spoon so that they do not burn. Once the vegetables start to become bright and the edges of the meat are browned, your stir fry is done.
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    You may want to test a piece of meat to ensure it is well cooked before taking it off.

Method 5 of 7: Steam-Frying Method

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    Place 1 to 2 tsp. (4.4 to 8.8 g) of olive oil inside a frying pan at medium-high to medium heat. Once it is heated add either vegetables or thin cuts of meat and saute them. This means you should fry the surfaces of the food with the hot oil.
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    Turn the temperature down to medium-low to low heat. Add enough low-sodium chicken stock, water or wine to the dish to cover about 1/4 of the food, after 2 to 5 minutes of sauteing. Cover the pan for 5 to 10 minutes.
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    Take the cover off, stir the food and allow the rest of the liquid to simmer off.

Method 6 of 7: Poaching Method

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    Heat a large pan of wine, stock, herbs, spices, lemon juice and/or water on the stove-top until it is simmering. Choose a pan that will just fit your meat or vegetables so that you can use a small amount of liquid.
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    Add thin cuts of meat, such as chicken breasts or fish fillets. You can also do this to green beans, broccoli, or other delicate vegetables. Meat and vegetables should be cooked separately.
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    Test your meat or vegetables with a fork and knife. When they feel tender, remove them from the pan.
    • You can also poach meat or vegetables on the grill by creating packets out of aluminum foil. Place a small amount of liquid in the foil and then add your meat or vegetables. Place them over the medium-heat of a grill until they are tender.

Method 7 of 7: Baking Method

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    Preheat your oven to a heat lower than 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177 degrees Celsius). Marinade your meat or vegetables in vinegar, lemon juice, herbs, spices, or wine. A healthy baking method does not include adding oils or other fats to the marinade.
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    Place vegetables or meats on a pan and place them in the oven. Rotate the food halfway through its cooking duration. Also rotate the pan if your oven cooks unevenly.
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    Test the meat, fish or vegetables with a fork to see if they are tender and cooked all the way through. If so, remove them. You should be careful not to bake the food for too long, since the hot, dry heat of an oven can dry out food.
    • The healthy baking method does not include the baking of pastries, desserts and most breads. Many of these include added oils and fats and empty calories from processed flour and sugar.
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  • Get to know your oven. If you find that it heats unevenly, you should turn your roasting or braising meal regularly.
  • Grilling is controversial as a healthy cooking method. Although meat is placed directly on a grate, allowing fats to drip off during the cooking process, most meats become crisp and even burned slightly. Many studies show that the burned parts of these meats contain carcinogens. If you choose to grill, refrain from using extra fats as marinades and remove all burned regions from the food before serving.
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  • Aluminum foil
  • Oven
  • Baster
  • Steaming basket
  • Sauce pan
  • Stove top
  • Water
  • Colander
  • Wok
  • Wooden spoon
  • Extra-virgin olive oil or grape seed oil
  • Stock, wine, juice, vinegar
  • Herbs and spices
  • Frying pan


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The job of a food reviewer is to accurately convey the tastes, textures, smells, presentation and enjoyability of food eaten at a restaurant. You not only comment on the food but also on the atmosphere, staff knowledge and attentiveness, the way the staff treats you and respects the other customers, the speed of service, the general impression of the restaurant or cafe. It's not a job for anyone squeamish and you won't necessarily be liked by a number of people in the restaurant trade but you can command respect and obedience if you do a fair, and well reasoned job in your write-ups and the way you treat them back.

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    Be able to eat all sorts of food, and describe with details about the texture, taste, smell, and feel to the food.
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    Consider how you will record the experience. You could write notes as you go but that will give away to staff what you are up to. Try to remember all the details well and write them up as soon as possible after you leave.
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    Assess the table set up before you begin the meal. How is the table set? Was it set before you sat down? Was it clean or dirty on arrival?
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    Order food that gives as broad an experience as possible of the menu in front of you. Look for a range of textures, tastes, styles and levels of difficulty to try.
  5. 5
    Assess the food as you consume it. Things to consider include:
    • The presentation - clean, beautiful or messy and tired?
    • The temperature - was the warm meal warm or was it cold?
    • The level of cooking - was the food cooked to perfection, under cooked or over cooked? Could some of it have done with been cooked at a different pace yet other parts have turned out fine? Consider all these aspects as you eat.
  6. 6
    Ask questions of staff. Things to try and discern include:
    • Does the waiting staff know their food and ingredients? Do they know where the fish was caught, whether the vegetables are organic, whether the beef was grain-fed?
    • How do they respond if you make a compliment or a complaint?
  7. 7
    Consider the ambiance. Does it seem that people are enjoying themselves? Or is the restaurant emptying quickly or not filling up at all? Consider overall presentation of the place and the friendliness of staff.
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